Fukuoka to Kagoshima

Fukuoka to Kagoshima

Fukuoka
Kagoshima
Mon, May 20
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Fukuoka to Kagoshima Schedule

Fukuoka to Kagoshima Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
SUNQ Pass 3 Day All Kyushu 05:00 - 09:15¥ 11,000
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 06:10 - 07:57¥ 10,616
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 09:28 - 11:11¥ 10,616
Jetstar Japan Economy 11:45 - 18:05¥ 25,018
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 12:03 - 13:41¥ 10,616
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 14:03 - 15:41¥ 10,616
Jetstar Japan Economy 16:05 - 16:10¥ 27,833
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 18:06 - 19:44¥ 10,616
Skymark Airlines Economy 20:00 - 09:25¥ 36,440
Shinkansen Unreserved seat 22:03 - 23:50¥ 10,616

Transportation from Fukuoka to Kagoshima

Facts about the transport from Fukuoka to Kagoshima

Cheapest Transport$69
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure5:00 凌晨
Latest Departure10:03 晚上
Departures per day29
Distance213 kilometers
Transport CompaniesJapan Airlines, Shinkansen, SUNQ Pass

How to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima

Travelling between Fukuoka and Kagoshima is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 94.69 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 68.48.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Fukuoka and Kagoshima depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Fukuoka and Kagoshima. Flight will bring you to your destination in 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 15m to reach Kagoshima.

How much does it cost to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

Travelling between Fukuoka and Kagoshima can be as cheap as USD 68.48 if you opt for a Shinkansen train and as expensive as USD 94.69 if you buy a Japan Airlines flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Fukuoka and Kagoshima ?

  • 14 from Fukuoka to Kagoshima starting from 06:10 Hakata Fukuoka until 22:03 Hakata Fukuoka
  • 14 from Fukuoka to Kagoshima starting from 05:00 Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal until 18:00 Nishitetsu Tenjin Express way Bus Terminal
  • 1 from Fukuoka to Kagoshima starting from 14:25 Fukuoka Airport until 14:25 Fukuoka Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Fukuoka to Kagoshima.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 94.69.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Fukuoka and Kagoshima

Japan Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Fukuoka to Kagoshima overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Fukuoka and Kagoshima

SUNQ Pass

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train