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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matsumoto to Nikko

Composite routes from Matsumoto to Nikko

Cheapest
3 h 32 min
Car
253 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 15 min
158 km.
from $94.07
8 h 46 min
158 km.
from $85.70
5 h 32 min
158 km.
from $110.26
5 h 32 min
158 km.
from $77.11

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 Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.14–$39.38
Train from Nagano to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00

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
Train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkō
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.49–$43.19
Train from Tochigi to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14

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 Ōmiya to Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.70
Train from Utsunomiya to Nikko
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.21–$6.99
Train from Takasaki to Tochigi
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.53–$12.70

Tobu Railway

Phone:
03-5962-0102
Website:
tobu.co.jp/foreign/en/
Train from Tochigi to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.72–$8.89

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

Tobu bus

Phone:
03-4405-5370
Website:
tobu-bus.com/en/
Bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Nikkō is to drive which costs $27.17 - $41.30 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $27.17 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Matsumoto and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsumoto to Nikkō station. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Tobu-Nikko Station via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Nikko via Nagano, Ōmiya and Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Nikkō?

The distance between Matsumoto and Nikkō is 373 km. The road distance is 260.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Nikkō without a car is to train via Nagano which takes 4h 15m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Matsumoto to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Nikkō bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Nikkō train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsumoto to Nikkō?

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Nikkō is to train via Nagano which takes 4h 15m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $65.22 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Matsumoto to Nikkō bus arrive?

Matsumoto to Nikkō bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Nikkō train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Nikkō is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Matsumoto to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 193+ hotels available in Nikkō. Prices start at $50.82 per night.
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