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Results from Kagoshima to Fukuoka on Friday, 25 September 2026
Rail passes available for your trip from Kagoshima to Fukuoka
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PASS
3 days
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Fr, 25/09
KAGOSHIMA All Stations |
Su, 27/09
FUKUOKA All Stations |
¥ 22,000
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Train routes from Kagoshima (Kagoshima-Chuo Station) to Fukuoka (Hakata Station)
| Departure | Arrival | Price | ||||
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SAKURA 420
1h 41m
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06:00
Fr, 25/09
KAGOSHIMA Kagoshima-Chuo |
07:41
Fr, 25/09
FUKUOKA Hakata |
¥ 11,420
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How to get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka
There are two ways to travel from Kagoshima to Fukuoka: by plane and by train.
How far is Kagoshima from Fukuoka?
The travel distance between Kagoshima and Fukuoka is 260 km. There are two options to travel from Kagoshima to Fukuoka: taking a flight or taking a train.
How long does it take to get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka?
It takes about 50 minutes get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka by plane and 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours to get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka by train, depending on the service.
The plane and the train usually depart and arrive on time.
How to get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka by plane
What types of airlines operate the route Kagoshima to Fukuoka?
There is one domestic airline flying the route Kagoshima to Fukuoka, the full-service carrier: Japan Airlines (JL).
For more information about travelling by plane, please read our Flight Guide in Japan.
Where do flights from Kagoshima to Fukuoka depart?
Flights from Kagoshima to Fukuoka depart from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ).
Passengers are requested to arrive at the airport 2 hours before the scheduled departure time for check in. Check-in closes 50 minutes before departure time.
Where do flights from Kagoshima to Fukuoka arrive?
Flights from Kagoshima to Fukuoka arrive at Fukuoka Airport (FUK).
How to get from Kagoshima to Fukuoka by train
What types of trains operate the route Kagoshima to Fukuoka?
There is one railway company operating trains on the route Kagoshima to Fukuoka.
JR operates the Kyushu Shinkansen high-speed train between Kagoshima and Fukuoka.
There are three types of services on the Kyushu Shinkansen: Mizuho is the fast service stopping only at key stations, Sakura is the semi-fast service stopping at the major stations and Tsubame is the local service stopping at all stations.
Shinkansen trains carry Green Cars with business class seats and Ordinary Cars with standard class seats distributed in Reserved and Non-reserved. In total, the Shinkansen trains offer three passengers classes: Reserved Seat (Green Car), Reserved Seat (Ordinary Car) and Non-reserved Seat.
Travellers with Reserved Seat tickets are required to take their numbered seat in the Green Cars or the Ordinary Cars. Travellers with Non-reserved Seat tickets are allowed to take any seat available only in the Ordinary Cars designated as Non-reserved.
For more information about travelling by train, please read our Train Guide in Japan.
Where do trains from Kagoshima to Fukuoka depart?
Trains on the Kyushu Shinkansen line depart from Kagoshima-Chuo Station located in Kagoshima.
Passengers are requested to arrive at the station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to complete the boarding procedures or risk missing the train.
Where do trains from Kagoshima to Fukuoka arrive?
Trains on the Kyushu Shinkansen line arrive at Hakata Station located in Hakata-ku, Fukuoka.
Why you should book your trains in Japan with Baolau?
You can compare transport options and see the available schedules and fares offered by JR and the private railway companies, then you can choose the option that works best for your trip.
Depending on the train selected you will be able to view the available seat map during the reservation process and select your seat, or at least indicate your preference and we will carefully select the best places for you and your travel company.
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Once you select your desired travel option, you can pay using international credit or debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Alipay and other available local payment methods. Your booking request will be processed immediately and you will receive your booking confirmation with your electronic ticket attached by email, ready to keep it on your phone or print it before departure.
Where to travel next from Fukuoka
From Fukuoka, you can go by train to Hiroshima, Okayama, Himeji, Kobe and Osaka on the Sanyo Shinkansen, or fly to Sapporo, Sendai, Niigata, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka or Naha in Okinawa.