Matsumoto to Jōetsu by bus
Jōetsu lies 105 km (65 mi) north of Matsumoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 128 km (79 mi) of road.
| Matsumoto | Jōetsu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 241,145 | 189,430 |
| Elevation | 593 m (1,946 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
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Common questions
How far is Jōetsu from Matsumoto?
105 km (65 mi) in a straight line, north of Matsumoto; by road roughly 128 km (79 mi).
How long does it take to get from Matsumoto to Jōetsu by bus?
About 2 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Matsumoto and Jōetsu?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.