What is the cheapest way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

The cheapest way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is to train which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

The fastest way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥11000 - ¥65000.

Is there a direct bus between Fukuoka and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hakata Bus Terminal and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Fukuoka and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hakata Fukuoka and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

The distance between Fukuoka and Kagoshima is 257 km. The road distance is 280.6 km.

How do I travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima without a car?

The best way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

The train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Fukuoka to Kagoshima bus from?

Fukuoka to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Fukuoka to Kagoshima train from?

Fukuoka to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakata Fukuoka station.

Train, bus or fly from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 50m, you could also fly, which costs ¥11000 - ¥65000 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Fukuoka to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Fukuoka to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kagoshima Chuo Station.

Where does the Fukuoka to Kagoshima train arrive?

Fukuoka to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kagoshima Chuo station.

Can I drive from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Fukuoka to Kagoshima is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Fukuoka to Kagoshima.

How do I get a train ticket from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

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Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 236+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Fukuoka to Kagoshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
1h 43m
¥3,700–5,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus Sakurajima
4h 50m
¥3,000–7,000
Drive 280.6 km
1. Drive from Fukuoka to Kagoshimacar 280.6 km
3h 38m
¥4,869–7,033
Fly
1. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane FUK - KOJ
1h 34m
¥11,693–61,071

Fukuoka to Kagoshima by train

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Distance: 257.2 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Fukuoka, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,700–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 43m. JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,000–7,000 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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