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Six ways to Travel from Matsumoto to Shirakawa

Composite routes from Matsumoto to Shirakawa

Cheapest
4 h 9 min
Car
315 km.
from $17
Other
4 h 9 min
Rideshare
315 km.
from $11.98
4 h 57 min
226 km.
from $106.78
9 h 32 min
226 km.
from $89.96
5 h 7 min
226 km.
from $141.13
6 h 49 min
226 km.
from $95.91

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagano to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Ōmiya to Shin-Shirakawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36
Train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Shirakawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.65–$59.71
Train from Nagano to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00
Train from Oyama to Shin-Shirakawa
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$26.68
Train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.46–$63.52

Japan Railways (JR)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.07

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
Train from Takasaki to Oyama(Tochigi)
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.80–$15.24

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$30.49–$35.57

JR Bus Tōhoku

Website:
jrbustohoku.co.jp
Bus from Basuta Shinjuku to Sukagawa
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.22–$43.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa is to drive which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Shirakawa?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Shirakawa. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Kutano via Nagano, Ōmiya and Shin-Shirakawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

The distance between Matsumoto and Shirakawa is 409 km. The road distance is 316.1 km.

How do I travel from Matsumoto to Shirakawa without a car?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa without a car is to train via Nagano which takes 4h 57m and costs $70.65 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Shirakawa train from?

Matsumoto to Shirakawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Matsumoto station.

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Shirakawa is to train via Nagano which takes 4h 57m and costs $70.65 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $70.65 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Shirakawa train arrive?

Matsumoto to Shirakawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Shirakawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Shirakawa is 316 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Matsumoto to Shirakawa.

Where can I stay near Shirakawa?

There are 79+ hotels available in Shirakawa. Prices start at $28.96 per night.
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