Route Bus Matsumoto
Norikura Kogen
Matsumoto
Outward
To Matsumoto
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT—————————
Due to the damage to Tagawa bridge caused by heavy rainfalls during 8/14-15, the train service between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station is suspended until further notice. Until the train resume its normal service, train replacement bus services will operate between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station.
For those travelling to Kamikochi/Shirahone Onsen/Norikura from Matsumoto, please board a train replacement shuttle bus from Matsumoto station (Alps exit) and get off at Nagisa station, then change to a train bound for Shin-Shimashima station. Conversely, when travelling back to Matsumoto, please get off the train at Nagisa station and change to a bus bound for Matsumoto station.
See how to board a train replacement bus (Youtube) >
We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.
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Homeward
To Norikura Kogen
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = You can board the direct bus to Kamikochi that departs from Matsumoto bus terminal at 5:30 and get off at Shin-Shimashima station to transfer to a bus bound for Norikura at 6:05.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT—————————
Due to the damage to Tagawa bridge caused by heavy rainfalls during 8/14-15, the train service between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station is suspended until further notice. Until the train resume its normal service, train replacement bus services will operate between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station.
For those travelling to Kamikochi/Shirahone Onsen/Norikura from Matsumoto, please board a train replacement shuttle bus from Matsumoto station (Alps exit) and get off at Nagisa station, then change to a train bound for Shin-Shimashima station. Conversely, when travelling back to Matsumoto, please get off the train at Nagisa station and change to a bus bound for Matsumoto station.
See how to board a train replacement bus (Youtube) >
We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.
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Outward
To Matsumoto
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = The section between N-31 Ski Resort and N-33 Kyukamura will operate only between Dec 18, 2021 – Apr 16, 2022.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT—————————
Due to the damage to Tagawa bridge caused by heavy rainfalls during 8/14-15, the train service between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station is suspended until further notice. Until the train resume its normal service, train replacement bus services will operate between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station.
For those travelling to Kamikochi/Shirahone Onsen/Norikura from Matsumoto, please board a train replacement shuttle bus from Matsumoto station (Alps exit) and get off at Nagisa station, then change to a train bound for Shin-Shimashima station. Conversely, when travelling back to Matsumoto, please get off the train at Nagisa station and change to a bus bound for Matsumoto station.
See how to board a train replacement bus (Youtube) >
We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.
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Homeward
To Norikura Kogen
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = The section between N-31 Ski Resort and N-33 Kyukamura will operate only between Dec 18, 2021 – Apr 16, 2022.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT—————————
Due to the damage to Tagawa bridge caused by heavy rainfalls during 8/14-15, the train service between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station is suspended until further notice. Until the train resume its normal service, train replacement bus services will operate between Matsumoto station and Nagisa station.
For those travelling to Kamikochi/Shirahone Onsen/Norikura from Matsumoto, please board a train replacement shuttle bus from Matsumoto station (Alps exit) and get off at Nagisa station, then change to a train bound for Shin-Shimashima station. Conversely, when travelling back to Matsumoto, please get off the train at Nagisa station and change to a bus bound for Matsumoto station.
See how to board a train replacement bus (Youtube) >
We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.
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Information
Fare
Adult : Aged 12+
Child : Aged 6 to 11
Infant : Children below the age of 6, if accompanied by an adult and not occupying a seat, will be free of charge. Please buy a child ticket if you need seat occupation.
Ticket sales Window
| Matsumoto station | Opening Hours: During train operating time |
| Shin-shimashima Station | Opening Hours: 6:00～19:00 ※Credit cards accepted. |
| Norikura Kanko Center Ticket Office | Opening Hours: (Jul 1 – Oct 31) From the first bus until around 15:00 |
This bus route is covered by the following tickets.
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