Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Arrive in Kagoshima, where the active Sakurajima volcano looms large, sharply different from Fukuoka’s urban skyline. This route is served by several transport alternatives between Fukuoka and Kagoshima, each listed here with clear information on departure times, trip lengths and pricing.
Travel options for Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Traveling from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, a bus for 12000 JPY offers the best value, while a flight gets you there in 55 minutes.
Bus from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
For the route from Fukuoka to Kagoshima by bus, departures are available from Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal, Fukuoka throughout the day, giving you plenty of options to choose a time that fits your schedule. Expect the journey to take around 4 hours 15 minutes, arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station, with tickets usually priced at 12,000 JPY, offering an affordable way to travel. Don’t forget to check schedules, compare fares, and secure your seat in advance here for a smooth and enjoyable trip.
Prices: 12,000 JPY
Duration: 4h 15m ⏱
Train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Start your trip at Hakata Fukuoka and travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, reaching Kagoshima Chuo after about 1 hour 16 minutes. Fares begin at 13,361 JPY, see available seats and secure your ticket ahead of time.
Prices: 13,361 JPY
Duration: 1h 16m – 2h 12m ⏱
Flight from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Catch a flight from Fukuoka by departing at FUK Fukuoka Airport and travel toward Kagoshima, with arrival at KOJ Kagoshima Airport or KUM Yakushima Airport after roughly 55 minutes. Flying is the quickest way to cover this route, with airfares starting from 16,600 JPY. You can review available options and confirm your booking view flight options.
Prices: 16,600 JPY
Duration: 55m – 1h 15m ⏱
Combined from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
For a combined transport route between Fukuoka and Kagoshima, departures are available from FUK Fukuoka Airport with fares starting at 20,381 JPY. Expect to reach KOJ Kagoshima Airport after roughly 8 hours 50 minutes. Plan ahead and secure your trip explore van options.
Prices: 20,381 JPY
Duration: 8h 50m – 18h 35m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Catch the bus at Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal, Fukuoka and head toward Kagoshima Chuo Station. The ride usually takes around 4h 15m, with services running at 09:00 and fares starting from 12,000 JPY. Check the timetable from Fukuoka to Kagoshima to find the departure that fits your schedule and reserve your seat ahead of time.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Fukuoka to Kagoshima
12000 JPY, from Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal, Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo Station, departure at 09:00, duration 4h 15mBus Timetable: Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal, Fukuoka → Kagoshima Chuo Station
- 09:00 13:15 4h 15m 12000 JPY
Train Routes & Schedules from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Board the train at Hakata Fukuoka, the only direct service from Fukuoka to Kagoshima. Services run from 06:10 until 22:20, and the rail journey usually takes around 1h 16m to 2h 12m before arriving at Kagoshima Chuo. Tickets start from 13,361 to 13,945 JPY, and you can check the full timetable for the Fukuoka–Kagoshima route to find the departure that fits your schedule and reserve your seat.
Cheapest & Fastest Train Fukuoka to Kagoshima
13361 JPY, from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo, departure at some times, duration 1h 16mTrain Timetable: Hakata Fukuoka → Kagoshima Chuo
- 06:10 07:58 1h 48m 13361 JPY
- 06:42 08:28 1h 46m 13361 JPY
- 07:24 09:10 1h 46m 13361 JPY
- 07:58 09:34 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 08:30 09:46 1h 16m 13945 JPY
- 08:40 10:16 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 09:06 10:31 1h 25m 13361 JPY
- 09:28 11:04 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 09:53 11:11 1h 18m 13361 JPY
- 10:20 11:36 1h 16m 13361 JPY
- 10:38 12:14 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 11:28 12:53 1h 25m 13361 JPY
- 12:01 13:37 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 12:24 13:43 1h 19m 13361 JPY
- 13:01 14:27 1h 26m 13361 JPY
- 13:36 15:11 1h 35m 13361 JPY
- 14:01 15:37 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 15:01 16:27 1h 26m 13361 JPY
- 15:36 17:12 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 16:01 17:27 1h 26m 13361 JPY
- 16:36 18:12 1h 36m 13361 JPY
- 17:01 18:26 1h 25m 13361 JPY
- 17:36 19:11 1h 35m 13361 JPY
- 18:01 19:36 1h 35m 13361 JPY
- 18:24 19:43 1h 19m 13361 JPY
- 19:01 20:39 1h 38m 13361 JPY
- 19:24 20:44 1h 20m 13361 JPY
- 20:01 21:39 1h 38m 13361 JPY
- 20:25 21:51 1h 26m 13361 JPY
- 21:01 22:39 1h 38m 13361 JPY
- 21:24 22:44 1h 20m 13361 JPY
- 21:45 23:57 2h 12m 13361 JPY
- 22:01 23:25 1h 24m 13361 JPY
- 22:20 23:36 1h 16m 13361 JPY
Flight Routes & Schedules from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
- Catch a flight at FUK Fukuoka Airport bound for KOJ Kagoshima Airport, with flights usually taking 1h 15m. Services are scheduled at 14:20, and tickets start at 16,600 JPY.
- From FUK Fukuoka Airport, hop on a flight heading to KUM Yakushima Airport for a trip of around 1h 15m. Services operate at 12:55, with tickets starting at 30,372 JPY.
Cheapest Flight Fukuoka to Kagoshima
16600 JPY, from FUK Fukuoka Airport to KOJ Kagoshima Airport, departure at 14:20, duration 55mFastest Flight Fukuoka to Kagoshima
30372 JPY, from FUK Fukuoka Airport to KUM Yakushima Airport, departure at 12:55, duration 1h 15mFlight Timetable: FUK Fukuoka Airport → KOJ Kagoshima Airport
- 14:20 15:15 55m 16600 JPY
Flight Timetable: FUK Fukuoka Airport → KUM Yakushima Airport
- 12:55 14:10 1h 15m 30372 JPY
Combined Routes & Schedules from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Board at FUK Fukuoka Airport and embark on a flexible journey toward Kagoshima, using a combination of buses, trains, or ferries. The trip usually takes 8h 50m to 18h 35m, with departures running from 07:30 until 20:45 and fares from 20,381 to 20,571 JPY. You’ll reach KOJ Kagoshima Airport, and reviewing the timetable for connections between Fukuoka and Kagoshima helps you choose the best departure.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Fukuoka to Kagoshima
20381 JPY, from FUK Fukuoka Airport to KOJ Kagoshima Airport, departure at 07:30, duration 8h 50mCombined Timetable: FUK Fukuoka Airport → KOJ Kagoshima Airport
- 07:30 16:20 8h 50m 20381 JPY
- 20:40 15:15 18h 35m 20571 JPY
- 20:45 15:15 18h 30m 20571 JPY
Frequently Asked Questions Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fukuoka to Kagoshima.
How long does the Fukuoka to Kagoshima trip usually take?
It depends on the transport you choose. The train takes about 1 hour 16 minutes to 2 hours 12 minutes, the bus takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and flights are about 1 hour 15 minutes. The combined range is much wider because it includes different services.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
The bus is the cheapest listed option at 12,000 JPY. Train fares start at 13,361 JPY, while flights start at 16,600 JPY. The combined route price range is higher because it reflects the available air services.
How much should I expect to pay for Fukuoka to Kagoshima overall?
Prices vary by transport type. The listed range runs from 12,000 JPY for the bus up to 30,372 JPY for flights. Train tickets are 13,361 to 13,945 JPY, and the combined air route is 20,381 to 20,571 JPY.
Which option is fastest on the Fukuoka to Kagoshima route?
The fastest listed option is the flight, which takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The train is also relatively quick, with trips from about 1 hour 16 minutes to 2 hours 12 minutes. The bus is much slower at about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Where do departures and arrivals happen for Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
The bus departs from Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal in Fukuoka and arrives at Kagoshima Chuo Station. Trains leave Hakata Fukuoka and arrive at Kagoshima Chuo. Flights use Fukuoka Airport and Kagoshima Airport.
How often do services run from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
The train has the most services, with 34 trips listed. The bus shows one trip, and flights show two trips. No fixed frequency is given for any of them, so the timetable is best checked by departure time.
What are the first and last departures on the Fukuoka to Kagoshima route?
For trains, the first departure is 06:10 and the last is 22:20. Flights run from 12:55 to 14:20. The bus has one listed departure at 09:00. These times show that train service spans the widest part of the day.
How does the train compare with the bus on Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
The train runs from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes to 2 hours 12 minutes. The bus runs from Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Station and takes about 4 hours 15 minutes.
What should I know about flights from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
Flights depart from Fukuoka Airport. The listed arrivals are Kagoshima Airport and Yakushima Airport, with the Fukuoka to Kagoshima Airport route shown separately. Flight duration is about 1 hour 15 minutes, and fares range from 16,600 JPY to 30,372 JPY.
Are there different train durations on Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
Yes. Train trips are listed between about 1 hour 16 minutes and 2 hours 12 minutes. The fare range is 13,361 to 13,945 JPY. All trains depart from Hakata Fukuoka and arrive at Kagoshima Chuo.
Is the bus on Fukuoka to Kagoshima a direct option?
The listed bus service is a single direct trip from Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal, Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuo Station. It takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and costs 12,000 JPY. Only one departure is shown, at 09:00.
Where can I book tickets for Fukuoka to Kagoshima?
For reservations, use TicketRoutes.com. It lists the available Fukuoka to Kagoshima services and their fares, times, and stations in one place. The route page is https://search.ticketroutes.com/en/travel/fukuoka/kagoshima.
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