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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Obuse is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Obuse is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Obuse?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Obuse. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Obuse via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Obuse?

The distance between Matsumoto and Obuse is 79 km. The road distance is 78.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Obuse without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1500 - ¥4200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Matsumoto to Obuse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Obuse train from?

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

Where does the Matsumoto to Obuse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Obuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Obuse is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Matsumoto to Obuse.

Where can I stay near Obuse?

There are 469+ hotels available in Obuse.

Matsumoto to Obuse - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Matsumoto to Obuse by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Naganotrain Shinano
2. Take the train from Nagano to Obusetrain [161427] Nagano Electric Railway / ...
1h 45m
¥1,580–4,114
Drive 78.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsumoto to Obusecar 78.6 km
1h 3m
¥1,312–1,894
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matsumoto to Obusetaxi 78.6 km
1h 3m
¥37,000–44,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 79.5 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Matsumoto, Japan and Obuse, Japan?

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Obuse via Nagano in around 1h 45m.

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