Route Bus Norikura Kogen
Matsumoto
Norikura Kogen
Outward
To Norikura Kogen
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = You can board the direct bus bound for 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.
Note: Norikura Hill Climb 2023 will be held on August 27. On that day, the buses that depart from Shin-Shimashima station from 8:05 and 10:50 will stop at N-29 Norikura Kogen Tourist Information Center as the last stop.
Homeward
To Matsumoto
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
Note: Norikura Hill Climb 2023 will be held on August 27. On that day, the buses from Norikura Kogen in the morning will depart from N-29 Norikura Kogen Tourist Information Center as the first stop, at 7:25, 9:28 and 12:12.
Outward
To Norikura Kogen
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = The section between N-31 Ski Reort and N-33 Kyukamura will operate only between Dec 16, 2022 – Apr 16, 2023.
Homeward
To Matsumoto
Only major stops are listed on this timetable.
(■) = The section between N-31 Ski Reort and N-33 Kyukamura will operate only between Dec 16, 2022 – Apr 16, 2023.
Information
Please read before making an inquiry:
1. This is a non-reserved bus; you cannot reserve a seat in advance. Please purchase your ticket on the day of boarding. If you board the bus at a stop without a ticket counter, you can buy your ticket onboard. This bus rarely fill up, so no need for concern.
2. This bus operates every day, yearly.
3. We typically update this timetable twice: in late March for the schedule from 4/17 to 11/15 and in early November for the schedule from 11/16 to 4/16. If the new schedule is not yet available, please be patient for its release. We kindly ask that you refrain from inquiring about the new timetable, as we cannot provide more details than what is available on the timetable page. The timetable is not expected to change significantly from last year, so please refer to the timetable from the previous year until the updated one becomes available.
4. We do not accept reservation requests, regardless of the number of passengers or requests from travel agencies.
5. This bus has a luggage compartment where you can stow your suitcases. There are no restrictions on the number or size of items. Items such as ice axes, poles, pickaxes can potentially damage other passengers’ luggage. Please store them inside your backpack or carry them separately in a dedicated cover or bag. Loading and unloading of luggage is your responsibility.
6. For daytime buses, bicycles can be stored in the trunk. Bicycles should be disassembled and packed in a dedicated bag for assembly-type bicycles or in a specific bag for folding bicycles.
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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