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Shoko Shuseikan Museum
Museum focused on the Meiji industrial heritage of the Shimazu family, displaying machinery, documents, and context for Kagoshima's modernization.
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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21
Cheapest price on Sep 21
lei379
Average ticket price on Sep 21
lei379
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 21
65
Distance
228 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fukuoka to Kagoshima will cost around lei379 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei379.
Fast trains
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 65 trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, including 65 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
Sakura 4017:56 AM1h38Hakata Station9:34 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
Mizuho 60712:24 PM1h19Hakata Station1:43 PMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers- Mizuho 6018:28 AM1h18Hakata Station9:46 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 6039:51 AM1h20Hakata Station11:11 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 6139:22 PM1h22Hakata Station10:44 PMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 6018:30 AM1h16Hakata Station9:46 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 60510:20 AM1h16Hakata Station11:36 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 61510:20 PM1h16Hakata Station11:36 PMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 6018:28 AM1h18Hakata Station9:46 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
- Mizuho 60510:18 AM1h18Hakata Station11:36 AMKagoshimachuo Stationlei3791One-way0 transfers
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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fukuoka to Kagoshima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei369 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei369, while a flight costs an average of lei2671.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight |
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lei369 Average price Cheapest | lei2671 Average price |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is a train with an average price of lei369.
This is compared to other travel options from Fukuoka to Kagoshima:
A train is lei2302 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fukuoka to Kagoshima costing on average lei2671.
The fastest way to travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is by train with an average journey time of 1h 30m.
Other travel options to Kagoshima take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 37m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fukuoka and Kagoshima including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Fukuoka to Kagoshima among Omio's users.
Live departures
Fukuoka to Kagoshima train times
The table below shows live departures for Fukuoka to Kagoshima trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tsubame 307 | 6:10 AM Hakata Station | 1h48 | 7:58 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 309 | 6:42 AM Hakata Station | 1h46 | 8:28 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 311 | 7:24 AM Hakata Station | 1h46 | 9:10 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 401 | 7:56 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 9:34 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 401 | 7:58 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 9:34 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 601 | 8:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 9:46 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 601 | 8:30 AM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 9:46 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 403 | 8:40 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 10:16 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 741 | 9:04 AM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 10:31 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 741 | 9:06 AM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 10:31 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 743 | 9:26 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 11:04 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 743 | 9:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 11:04 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 603 | 9:51 AM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 11:11 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 603 | 9:53 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:11 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 605 | 10:18 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:36 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 605 | 10:20 AM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 11:36 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 745 | 10:36 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 12:14 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 745 | 10:38 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 12:14 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 747 | 11:26 AM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 12:53 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 747 | 11:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 12:53 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 749 | 11:59 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 1:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 749 | 12:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 1:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 607 | 12:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h21 | 1:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 607 | 12:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h19 | 1:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 751 | 12:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 2:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 751 | 1:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 2:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 405 | 1:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h35 | 3:11 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 753 | 1:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 3:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 753 | 2:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 3:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 793 | 2:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 4:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 793 | 2:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 4:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 755 | 2:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 4:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 755 | 3:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 4:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 795 | 3:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 4:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 795 | 3:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 4:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 407 | 3:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 5:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 757 | 3:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 5:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 757 | 4:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 5:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 797 | 4:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 6:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 797 | 4:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 6:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 409 | 4:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 6:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 759 | 4:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 6:26 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 759 | 5:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 6:26 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 411 | 5:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 7:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 761 | 5:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h37 | 7:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 761 | 6:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h35 | 7:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 609 | 6:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h21 | 7:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 609 | 6:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h19 | 7:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 763 | 6:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 8:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 763 | 7:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 8:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 611 | 7:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h22 | 8:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 611 | 7:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 8:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 765 | 7:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 9:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 765 | 8:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 9:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 767 | 8:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 9:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 767 | 8:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 9:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 769 | 8:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 10:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 769 | 9:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 10:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 613 | 9:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h22 | 10:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 613 | 9:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 10:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 343 | 9:45 PM Hakata Station | 2h12 | 11:57 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 771 | 9:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 11:25 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 771 | 10:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h24 | 11:25 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 615 | 10:18 PM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 615 | 10:20 PM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 11:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 307 | 6:10 AM Hakata Station | 1h48 | 7:58 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 309 | 6:42 AM Hakata Station | 1h46 | 8:28 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 311 | 7:24 AM Hakata Station | 1h46 | 9:10 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 401 | 7:56 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 9:34 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 401 | 7:58 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 9:34 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 601 | 8:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 9:46 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 601 | 8:30 AM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 9:46 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 403 | 8:40 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 10:16 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 741 | 9:04 AM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 10:31 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 741 | 9:06 AM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 10:31 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 743 | 9:26 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 11:04 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 743 | 9:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 11:04 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 603 | 9:51 AM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 11:11 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 603 | 9:53 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:11 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 605 | 10:18 AM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:36 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 605 | 10:20 AM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 11:36 AM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 745 | 10:36 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 12:14 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 745 | 10:38 AM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 12:14 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 747 | 11:26 AM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 12:53 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 747 | 11:28 AM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 12:53 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 749 | 11:59 AM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 1:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 749 | 12:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 1:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 607 | 12:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h21 | 1:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 607 | 12:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h19 | 1:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 751 | 12:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 2:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 751 | 1:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 2:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 405 | 1:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h35 | 3:11 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 753 | 1:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 3:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 753 | 2:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 3:37 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 793 | 2:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 4:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 793 | 2:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 4:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 755 | 2:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 4:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 755 | 3:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 4:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 795 | 3:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 4:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 795 | 3:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 4:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 407 | 3:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 5:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 757 | 3:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 5:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 757 | 4:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 5:27 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 797 | 4:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 6:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 797 | 4:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 6:01 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 409 | 4:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 6:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 759 | 4:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h27 | 6:26 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 759 | 5:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h25 | 6:26 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 799 | 5:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 6:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 799 | 5:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 6:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 411 | 5:36 PM Hakata Station | 1h36 | 7:12 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 761 | 5:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h37 | 7:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 761 | 6:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h35 | 7:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 609 | 6:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h21 | 7:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 609 | 6:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h19 | 7:43 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 763 | 6:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 8:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 763 | 7:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 8:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 611 | 7:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h22 | 8:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 611 | 7:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 8:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 765 | 7:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 9:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 765 | 8:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 9:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 767 | 8:23 PM Hakata Station | 1h28 | 9:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 767 | 8:25 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 9:51 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 769 | 8:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h40 | 10:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 769 | 9:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h38 | 10:39 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 613 | 9:22 PM Hakata Station | 1h22 | 10:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 613 | 9:24 PM Hakata Station | 1h20 | 10:44 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tsubame 343 | 9:45 PM Hakata Station | 2h12 | 11:57 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 771 | 9:59 PM Hakata Station | 1h26 | 11:25 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 771 | 10:01 PM Hakata Station | 1h24 | 11:25 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 615 | 10:18 PM Hakata Station | 1h18 | 11:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 615 | 10:20 PM Hakata Station | 1h16 | 11:36 PM Kagoshimachuo Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
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Trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima run on average 60 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei359 if you book in advance.
There are 60 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:59, the last at 13:01. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price lei359 |
Trains per day 60 |
Direct trains 60 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 11:59 AM |
Last train 1:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: JR Kyushu, JR West from Fukuoka to Kagoshima trainsJR Kyushu, JR West trains will get you between Fukuoka and Kagoshima from lei359. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR West
About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR West Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest JR West Price
lei359
JR West frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.
Cancellation Policy
Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.
Bikes
Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.
Pets
Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.
JR Kyushu
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR Kyushu Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest JR Kyushu Price
lei359
JR Kyushu frequency
34 a day
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Things to do in Kagoshima
Discover the best of Kagoshima — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kagoshima trip today.
- Recommended
Reimeikan Museum
Museum on the former castle site with exhibits on the Shimazu clan, archaeology, and Kagoshima's history from early times to the modern era.
- Recommended
Saigo Nanshu Memorial Museum
Compact museum introducing Saigo Takamori's life, ideals, and role in the Meiji Restoration through documents, models, and local historical materials.
- Must visit
Sengan-en
Historic landscaped garden with ponds, paths, and Sakurajima views. It combines daimyo-era design, family history, and one of Kagoshima's signature scenes.
- Must visit
Tenmonkan
Bustling covered shopping arcade in central Kagoshima, useful for strolling, local shopping, and experiencing the city's everyday urban atmosphere.
- Must visit
Yunohira Observation Point
Popular observation point on Sakurajima with close volcano views, walking paths, and dramatic scenery that highlights Kagoshima's active volcanic landscape.
FAQs: Trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fukuoka to Kagoshima by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kagoshima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest time to travel by train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. April is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Fukuoka to Kagoshima is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 16m each way. That said, Kagoshima has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Fukuoka to Kagoshima takes around 1h 16m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Fukuoka to Kagoshima are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kagoshima to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Fukuoka to Kagoshima, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Fukuoka to Kagoshima can cost as little as lei359 when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around lei369, but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Fukuoka to Kagoshima are operated by JR Kyushu, JR West. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Fukuoka to Kagoshima depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima typically depart from Hakata Station and arrive at Kagoshimachuo Station. In larger cities, there may be more than one station, so double-check the station name before you travel.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fukuoka to Kagoshima
Most Fukuoka to Kagoshima trains use the Hakata Station to Kagoshimachuo Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fukuoka and Kagoshima train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Fukuoka
Arrival train stations in Kagoshima
Which Fukuoka station do trains to Kagoshima leave from?
Trains from Fukuoka to Kagoshima leave from Hakata Station. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Fukuoka city centre at 1-1 Hakata Station Central Street, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan.
Hakata Station1-1 Hakata Station Central Street, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Japan
City-centre transport
Getting to Hakata Station from Fukuoka city centre
Hakata Station is 1 km from Fukuoka city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus9m · lei6 · every ~4 min
Hakata Station train station facilities and services
Hakata Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The station houses numerous dining options, including City Dining Kuten on the 9th and 10th floors.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
JR KYUSHU Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available within the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hakata Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hakata Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hakata Station: The station is equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.
Kagoshimachuo Station1-1 Chūōchō, Kagoshima, 890-0053, Japan
Kagoshimachuo Station train station facilities and services
Kagoshimachuo Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kagoshimachuo Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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