Travelling to and in Matsusaka
Matsusaka is centrally located in Japan and well connected to major cities like Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya. You can easily get to Matsusaka by train or car.
How to get to Matsusaka?
From Kansai International Airport
Take Nankai Line (Limited Express Rapi:t or Airport Express), a 35~45-minute train ride to Nankai Namba station. Transfer to Kintetsu Line at Namba station, and take Kintetsu Limited Express, a 90-minute train ride to Matsusaka station.
Route SearchFrom Chubu Centrair International Airport
The fastest way is to take Tsu Airport Line (High-Speed Boat), a 45-minute boat ride to Tsu Nagisa Machi (Airport Access Port). Transfer to Mie Kotsu Bus there, a 10-minute ride to Tsu station. From Tsu station, take Kintetsu Line, a 20-minute train ride to Matsusaka station.
Another option is to take train. Take Meitetsu Line from Chubu Centrair International Airport, a 28~37-minute train ride to Nagoya station. Transfer to Kintetsu Line at Nagoya station, and take Kintetsu Limited Express, a 70-minute train ride to Matsusaka station.
Matsusaka station, which is an entry point of Matsusaka, is directly connected to major stations like Osaka-Namba, Kyoto, Nagoya by Kintetsu Line. From Matsusaka station, you can easily get to many tourist spots on foot.
How do you get to Matsusaka by train?
| Departure station | Via | Total journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo station |
JR Tokaido Shinkansen (transfer at Nagoya station) |
180 minutes |
| Osaka-Namba station | 90 minutes | |
| Kyoto station | 110 minutes | |
| Nagoya station | 70 minutes |
Whatever direction you come from, the best way to get to Matsusaka is by car. It takes only 10 minutes from the “Matsusaka IC” exit of Ise Expressway to city center.
How do you get to Matsusaka by car?
| Departure point | Via | Total journey time | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osaka |
Meishin Expressway, |
about 140 minutes | 169 km |
| Kyoto |
Meishin Expressway, |
about 105 minutes | 119 km |
| Nagoya |
Higashi-Meihan Expressway, |
about 90 minutes | 106 km |
There is a free parking “Matsusaka Municipal Parking Lot” in the city center.
The parking is located in front of Matsusaka Municipal Hospital (Address: 1550 Tono-machi, Matsusaka-shi, Mie).
How do you get around in Matsusaka?
Walking is the best way to explore historic sites in the city center of Matsusaka. Historic sites like the castle ruins and former merchants’ residences are a 15-minute walk away from Matsusaka Station. On the way, you can stop by nice restaurants and shops that serve various local cuisine and snacks.
If you want to explore and experience the highlights of Matsusaka as well as the local atmosphere, a bike is a nice way to travel.
You can rent a bike at Matsusaka Station Tourist Information Center.
If you want to travel the western area of the city (Kahada area), the bus is the best option.
Several bus lines depart from Matsusaka station.
To get to Iitaka Roadside Station and the surrounding spots, take line 11 bound for Iitaka Roadside Station or line 12 bound for Smeall and get off the bus at the Iitaka Roadside Station bus stop.
The details about the timetable and fares can be found at Mie Kotsu.
A car is another option to explore the city. You can enjoy your journey at your own pace.
Rental car offices are found around Matsusaka Station.
Toyota Rent a Car<Matsusaka Station Shop>
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