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Imabari to Matsuyama by bus

Matsuyama lies 34 km (21 mi) south-west of Imabari, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 51 min including stops, over roughly 41 km (25 mi) of road.

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ImabariMatsuyama
CountryJapanJapan
Population170,986511,192
Elevation6 m (20 ft)28 m (92 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)

Where to book buses from Imabari to Matsuyama

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Staying in Matsuyama

Our booking partner lists 100 places to stay in Matsuyama. Of the 91 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (57), and 3 are five-star. Across 58 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 45,243 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Matsuyama from Imabari?

34 km (21 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Imabari; by road roughly 41 km (25 mi).

How long does it take to get from Imabari to Matsuyama by bus?

About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Imabari and Matsuyama?

No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.

Where can I stay in Matsuyama?

Our booking partner lists 100 places to stay in Matsuyama, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.