Osaka to Fukuoka train with JR West

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osaka to Fukuoka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Osaka to Fukuoka will cost around 93Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 85Rp.

Of the 162 trains that leave Osaka for Fukuoka every day 162 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 483 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.