How long does the train journey from Matsumoto to Shin-Osaka take?

The train journey from Matsumoto to Shin-Osaka takes approximately 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. It involves one transfer in Nagoya. You will take the Limited Express Shinano to Nagoya (approximately 2 hours 5 minutes), then a Shinkansen (Nozomi or Hikari) to Shin-Osaka (approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour). Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the transfer in Nagoya.

Is the Matsumoto - Shin-Osaka route included in the Japan Rail Pass?

Yes, the Matsumoto - Shin-Osaka route is fully included in the Japan Rail Pass. The journey is made by Limited Express Shinano from Matsumoto to Nagoya, then by Hikari or Kodama Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka. A transfer is necessary in Nagoya for this journey.

Should I reserve my seat on the Limited Express Shinano?

It is highly recommended to reserve your seat on the Limited Express Shinano. Although non-reserved cars (jiyūseki) are available, they can become full during peak periods, forcing you to travel standing.

Where do you change trains to travel from Matsumoto to Shin-Osaka?

You change at Nagoya. Take the Limited Express Shinano from Matsumoto to Nagoya, then a Shinkansen on to Shin-Osaka.

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This journey typically involves a change at Nagoya. Between Nagoya and Matsumoto, the Limited Express Wide View Shinano, with its large windows designed for scenic viewing, reveals remarkable panoramas of the Japanese Alps and the Kiso Valley.