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Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tokyo to Matsumoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Matsumoto 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 Tokyo for Matsumoto 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 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 3315:002h37Shinjuku Station17:37Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes- Azusa 2513:002h37Shinjuku Station15:37Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 3716:002h29Shinjuku Station18:29Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 99:002h39Shinjuku Station11:39Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 17:002h38Shinjuku Station9:38Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 3716:002h29Shinjuku Station18:29Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 2112:002h35Shinjuku Station14:35Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 1711:002h36Shinjuku Station13:36Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 3315:002h37Shinjuku Station17:37Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
- Azusa 2513:002h37Shinjuku Station15:37Matsumoto Station£351One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Tokyo to Matsumoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Matsumoto trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Azusa 1 | 7:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h38 | 9:38 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 3 | 7:30 Shinjuku Station | 2h53 | 10:23 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 5 | 8:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 10:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 9 | 9:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h39 | 11:39 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 13 | 10:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 12:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 17 | 11:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h36 | 13:36 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 21 | 12:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h35 | 14:35 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 25 | 13:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 15:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 29 | 14:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h39 | 16:39 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 33 | 15:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 17:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 37 | 16:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h29 | 18:29 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 41 | 17:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h41 | 19:41 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 45 | 18:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h42 | 20:42 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 49 | 19:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h46 | 21:46 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 53 | 20:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h40 | 22:40 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 55 | 21:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h49 | 23:49 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
| Azusa 1 | 7:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h38 | 9:38 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 3 | 7:30 Shinjuku Station | 2h53 | 10:23 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 5 | 8:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 10:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 9 | 9:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h39 | 11:39 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 13 | 10:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 12:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 17 | 11:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h36 | 13:36 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 21 | 12:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h35 | 14:35 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 25 | 13:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 15:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 29 | 14:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h39 | 16:39 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 33 | 15:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h37 | 17:37 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 37 | 16:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h29 | 18:29 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 41 | 17:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h41 | 19:41 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 45 | 18:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h42 | 20:42 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 49 | 19:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h46 | 21:46 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 53 | 20:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h40 | 22:40 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Azusa 55 | 21:00 Shinjuku Station | 2h49 | 23:49 Matsumoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tokyo to Matsumoto
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Trains from Tokyo to Matsumoto run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 35m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 21:00 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
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FAQs: Tokyo to Matsumoto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Matsumoto 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 Matsumoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tokyo and Matsumoto
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Parking
Dining
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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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WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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