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Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Matsumoto to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matsumoto to Tokyo will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 16 trains that leave Matsumoto for Tokyo every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Azusa 5017:202h49Matsumoto Station20:09Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 87:102h35Matsumoto Station9:45Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 128:102h48Matsumoto Station10:58Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 6020:102h36Matsumoto Station22:46Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 2612:102h33Matsumoto Station14:43Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 2612:102h33Matsumoto Station14:43Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 3013:102h33Matsumoto Station15:43Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 87:102h35Matsumoto Station9:45Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 6020:102h36Matsumoto Station22:46Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
Azusa 3814:502h36Matsumoto Station17:26Shinjuku Station£351One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Matsumoto to Tokyo train times
The table below shows live departures for Matsumoto to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Azusa 4 | 6:30 Matsumoto Station | 2h44 | 9:14 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 8 | 7:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h35 | 9:45 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 12 | 8:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h48 | 10:58 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 16 | 9:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h45 | 11:55 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 18 | 10:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 12:46 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 22 | 11:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 13:48 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 26 | 12:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 14:43 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 30 | 13:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 15:43 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 34 | 13:45 Matsumoto Station | 2h40 | 16:25 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 38 | 14:50 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 17:26 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 42 | 15:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h57 | 18:07 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 44 | 15:50 Matsumoto Station | 2h58 | 18:48 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 46 | 16:30 Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 19:08 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 50 | 17:20 Matsumoto Station | 2h49 | 20:09 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 54 | 18:40 Matsumoto Station | 2h37 | 21:17 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 60 | 20:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 22:46 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 12 June | |||||
Azusa 4 | 6:30 Matsumoto Station | 2h44 | 9:14 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 8 | 7:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h35 | 9:45 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 12 | 8:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h48 | 10:58 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 16 | 9:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h45 | 11:55 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 18 | 10:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 12:46 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 22 | 11:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 13:48 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 26 | 12:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 14:43 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 30 | 13:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 15:43 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 34 | 13:45 Matsumoto Station | 2h40 | 16:25 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 38 | 14:50 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 17:26 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 42 | 15:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h57 | 18:07 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 44 | 15:50 Matsumoto Station | 2h58 | 18:48 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 46 | 16:30 Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 19:08 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 50 | 17:20 Matsumoto Station | 2h49 | 20:09 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 54 | 18:40 Matsumoto Station | 2h37 | 21:17 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Azusa 60 | 20:10 Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 22:46 Shinjuku Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Matsumoto to Tokyo
Trains from Matsumoto to Tokyo run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 21:00 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
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FAQs: Matsumoto to Tokyo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Matsumoto to Tokyo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Matsumoto and Tokyo
- 06:00–23:00
- Free Wi-Fi is available in the station building.
- Parking facilities are available near the station.
- The station building houses various restaurants and shops.
- Available at the station's taxi stand.
- The station is equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.
- Restrooms are available throughout the station.
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- 06:30–23:00
- Free Wi-Fi is available in certain areas, such as shopping malls and cafes within the station complex.
- Parking facilities are available nearby, including those associated with shopping centers like Lumine and Odakyu.
- A wide variety of dining options are available, including Japanese eateries like Kokekokko and Sangokuichi Island Tower, as well as international cuisines.
- Available at multiple exits, including the West Exit and New South Exit.
- The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and barrier-free facilities to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
- Clean and well-maintained toilets are located throughout the station and its shopping centers.
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