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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Matsumoto to Tokyo
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€38
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Matsumoto to Tokyo will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 16 trains that leave Matsumoto for Tokyo on Tue, Jul 28, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the 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 .
On Tue, Jul 28 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 464:30 PM2h38Matsumoto Station7:08 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers- Azusa 301:10 PM2h33Matsumoto Station3:43 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 546:40 PM2h37Matsumoto Station9:17 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 87:10 AM2h35Matsumoto Station9:45 AMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 608:10 PM2h36Matsumoto Station10:46 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 301:10 PM2h33Matsumoto Station3:43 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 2612:10 PM2h33Matsumoto Station2:43 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 87:10 AM2h35Matsumoto Station9:45 AMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 608:10 PM2h36Matsumoto Station10:46 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
- Azusa 382:50 PM2h36Matsumoto Station5:26 PMShinjuku Station€381One-way0 transfers
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Live departures
Matsumoto to Tokyo train times
The table below shows live departures for Matsumoto to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azusa 4 | 6:30 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h44 | 9:14 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 8 | 7:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h35 | 9:45 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 12 | 8:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h48 | 10:58 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 16 | 9:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h45 | 11:55 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 18 | 10:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 12:46 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 22 | 11:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 1:48 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 26 | 12:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 2:43 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 30 | 1:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 3:43 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 34 | 1:45 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h40 | 4:25 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 38 | 2:50 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 5:26 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 42 | 3:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h57 | 6:07 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 44 | 3:50 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h58 | 6:48 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 46 | 4:30 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 7:08 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 50 | 5:20 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h49 | 8:09 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 54 | 6:40 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h37 | 9:17 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 60 | 8:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 10:46 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 29 | |||||
| Azusa 4 | 6:30 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h44 | 9:14 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 8 | 7:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h35 | 9:45 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 12 | 8:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h48 | 10:58 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 16 | 9:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h45 | 11:55 AM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 18 | 10:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 12:46 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 22 | 11:10 AM Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 1:48 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 26 | 12:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 2:43 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 30 | 1:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h33 | 3:43 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 34 | 1:45 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h40 | 4:25 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 38 | 2:50 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 5:26 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 42 | 3:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h57 | 6:07 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 44 | 3:50 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h58 | 6:48 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 46 | 4:30 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h38 | 7:08 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 50 | 5:20 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h49 | 8:09 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 54 | 6:40 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h37 | 9:17 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Azusa 60 | 8:10 PM Matsumoto Station | 2h36 | 10:46 PM Shinjuku Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Matsumoto to Tokyo
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Trains from Matsumoto to Tokyo run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 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 €39 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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FAQs: Trains from Matsumoto to Tokyo
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
Popular train stations from Matsumoto to Tokyo
Most Matsumoto to Tokyo trains use the Matsumoto Station to Shinjuku Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Matsumoto and Tokyo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Matsumoto station do trains to Tokyo leave from?
Getting to Matsumoto Station from Matsumoto city centre
Matsumoto Station train station facilities and services
Matsumoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The station building houses various restaurants and shops.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available in the station building. ATMs are aTMs are available within the station building.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Matsumoto Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matsumoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matsumoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.
Which Tokyo station do trains from Matsumoto arrive at?
Getting to Shinjuku Station from Tokyo city centre
Shinjuku Station is 5 km from Tokyo city centre. Public transport options include:
Shinjuku Station train station facilities and services
Shinjuku Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including Japanese eateries like Kokekokko and Sangokuichi Island Tower, as well as international cuisines.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available in certain areas, such as shopping malls and cafes within the station complex. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including those operated by Japan Post Bank and other financial institutions.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shinjuku Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shinjuku Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shinjuku Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and barrier-free facilities to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
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