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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matsumoto to Hikone

Composite routes from Matsumoto to Hikone

Cheapest
3 h 29 min
Car
246 km.
from $13
Other
3 h 24 min
188 km.
from $88.09
6 h 2 min
188 km.
Select a ticket
3 h 43 min
Plane, Train
188 km.
from $254.48

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagoya Station to Maibara
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$36.84
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Maibara
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$44.46

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63
Train from Nagoya Station to Maibara
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.79–$26.68
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Maibara
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.41–$35.57

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
050-3772-3910
Website:
jr-central.co.jp/
Train from Nagoya Station to Maibara
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Airlines

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Kobe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.26

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Meitetsu
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.41–$38.11

Meitetsu Bus

Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Meishin
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Hikone is to drive which costs $26.09 - $39.13 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Hikone is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Hikone?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Meishin Taga via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Minamihikone via Nagoya Station and Maibara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Hikone?

The distance between Matsumoto and Hikone is 261 km. The road distance is 247 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $48.91 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Matsumoto to Hikone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Hikone bus from?

Matsumoto to Hikone bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Hikone train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Hikone?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Hikone is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $48.91 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Hikone bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Hikone bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Hikone train arrive?

Matsumoto to Hikone train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Hikone is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Matsumoto to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 126+ hotels available in Hikone. Prices start at $31.67 per night.
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