Cities Near Matsumoto
Cities near Matsumoto, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Shiojiri, Suwa, Ueda. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Matsumoto, Japan is Shiojiri, about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 31 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiojiri | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Suwa | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ueda | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ina | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Saku | 29 mi / 46 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nagano | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Takayama | 41 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Iida | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kōfu | 52 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Toyama | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Matsumoto
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Shiojiri, Suwa, Ueda, Ina, Saku. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Matsumoto include Shiojiri, Suwa, Ueda, Ina, Saku. The closest is Shiojiri, about 9 miles (15 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.