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Fukuoka Art Museum
A major art museum in Ohori Park with Asian art, modern works, and temporary exhibitions. A strong choice for both first-time and repeat visitors.
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Overview: Train from Okayama to Fukuoka
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First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 12:26 AM |
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.
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Okayama to Fukuoka train times
The table below shows live departures for Okayama to Fukuoka trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kodama 931 | 6:10 AM Okayama Station | 2h32 | 8:42 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 933 | 6:31 AM Okayama Station | 2h41 | 9:12 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 601 | 6:51 AM Okayama Station | 1h37 | 8:28 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 681 | 7:02 AM Okayama Station | 2h17 | 9:19 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 741 | 7:15 AM Okayama Station | 1h49 | 9:04 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 935 | 7:19 AM Okayama Station | 2h41 | 10:00 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 743 | 7:39 AM Okayama Station | 1h47 | 9:26 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 937 | 7:50 AM Okayama Station | 3h16 | 11:06 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 101 | 7:56 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 9:39 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 603 | 8:09 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 9:51 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 731 | 8:24 AM Okayama Station | 1h47 | 10:11 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 605 | 8:35 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 10:18 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 103 | 8:42 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 10:24 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 745 | 8:49 AM Okayama Station | 1h47 | 10:36 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 941 | 8:52 AM Okayama Station | 3h12 | 12:04 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 99 | 9:04 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 10:46 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 9:10 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 10:52 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 9:26 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 11:09 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 747 | 9:42 AM Okayama Station | 1h44 | 11:26 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 9:47 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 11:30 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 943 | 9:50 AM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 12:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 115 | 9:58 AM Okayama Station | 1h41 | 11:39 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 10:06 AM Okayama Station | 1h39 | 11:45 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 749 | 10:11 AM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 11:59 AM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 10:26 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 12:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 119 | 10:37 AM Okayama Station | 1h41 | 12:18 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 607 | 10:40 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 12:22 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 10:47 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 12:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 945 | 10:50 AM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 1:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 121 | 10:54 AM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 12:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 11:03 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 12:45 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 751 | 11:10 AM Okayama Station | 1h49 | 12:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 11:26 AM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 1:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 127 | 11:40 AM Okayama Station | 1h38 | 1:18 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 11:48 AM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 1:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 947 | 11:50 AM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 2:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 129 | 11:54 AM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 1:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 753 | 12:10 PM Okayama Station | 1h49 | 1:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 12:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 2:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 12:48 PM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 2:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 949 | 12:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 3:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 139 | 12:54 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 2:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 755 | 1:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 2:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 143 | 1:18 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 3:03 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 1:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 3:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 1:48 PM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 3:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 951 | 1:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 4:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 147 | 1:54 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 3:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 757 | 2:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 3:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 151 | 2:18 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 4:03 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 2:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 4:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 2:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 4:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 953 | 2:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 5:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 155 | 2:54 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 4:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 759 | 3:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 4:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 3:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 5:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 3:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 5:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 955 | 3:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 6:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 163 | 3:54 PM Okayama Station | 1h45 | 5:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 761 | 4:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 5:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 4:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 6:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 609 | 4:43 PM Okayama Station | 1h39 | 6:22 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 4:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 6:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 957 | 4:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 7:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 763 | 5:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 6:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 5:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 7:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 611 | 5:40 PM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 7:22 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 5:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 7:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 959 | 5:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 8:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 765 | 6:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 7:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 6:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 8:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 767 | 6:32 PM Okayama Station | 1h51 | 8:23 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 6:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 8:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 961 | 6:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 9:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 769 | 7:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 8:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 7:27 PM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 9:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 613 | 7:44 PM Okayama Station | 1h38 | 9:22 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 7:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 9:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 965 | 7:50 PM Okayama Station | 3h01 | 10:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 8:06 PM Okayama Station | 1h39 | 9:45 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 771 | 8:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 9:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 8:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 10:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Mizuho 615 | 8:40 PM Okayama Station | 1h38 | 10:18 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 8:47 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 10:30 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Kodama 967 | 8:50 PM Okayama Station | 2h49 | 11:39 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sakura 773 | 9:11 PM Okayama Station | 1h48 | 10:59 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 9:26 PM Okayama Station | 1h43 | 11:09 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 10:09 PM Okayama Station | 1h42 | 11:51 PM Hakata Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Things to do in Fukuoka
Discover the best of Fukuoka — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fukuoka trip today.
- Recommended
Fukuoka City Museum
A museum focused on Fukuoka and Hakata history, including trade, festivals, and daily life. It gives useful context before exploring the city.
- Recommended
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
An Asian art museum on the Hakata River featuring modern and contemporary works from across Asia, plus rotating exhibitions and cultural events.
- Must visit
Ohori Park
A large central park with a scenic pond, walking paths, gardens, and museum access. It is ideal for relaxing between urban sightseeing stops.
- Recommended
Momochi Seaside Park
A seaside district with beaches, modern architecture, and broad bay views. It combines city walks, sunset scenery, and easy access to major sights.
- Recommended
Hakata Old Town
A compact historic district lined with temples, shrines, and quiet lanes. It rewards slow walking and offers a different atmosphere from busy downtown areas.
Hakata Ramen
Fukuoka's signature ramen with thin noodles in rich pork-bone broth. It is famous for creamy tonkotsu soup and quick, casual eating culture.
Motsunabe
A hearty hot pot of beef or offal simmered with cabbage, garlic chives, and soy-based broth. It is a beloved Fukuoka dish for sharing and drinking.
Mizutaki
Chicken hot pot with bone-in chicken, vegetables, and rich chicken broth. It is a long-standing regional specialty, especially in cooler seasons.
Hakata Issou
Famous casual ramen shop known for classic Hakata tonkotsu, lively counter seating, and a straightforward local noodle experience.
Suisui
Long-established restaurant specializing in mizutaki chicken hot pot in a traditional setting. Ideal for trying one of Fukuoka's classic dishes.
Yamanaka Akasaka
Popular izakaya-style venue focused on motsunabe. Relaxed atmosphere, local flavors, and good for groups wanting a hearty regional meal.
Japanese yen (¥)
Moderate for Japan: hotels and transit are manageable, dining ranges from cheap ramen to upscale sushi, and day-to-day tourist costs are lower than Tokyo.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ¥700-1,200 for ramen or casual sets.
- Mid-range
- ¥1,500-3,500 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- ¥8,000+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- ¥400-600 for coffee or a latte.
Tipping culture
No tipping expected. In restaurants, cafes, and taxis, pay the stated amount only; excellent service is included, and tips may cause confusion.
Fukuoka City Subway
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Prices
- Single ticket
- ¥210
- Day pass
- ¥640
To the city center
Hakata Station -> Tenjin, Fukuoka
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 3 min
- Fukuoka City Subway accepts contactless credit cards and IC cards. The official one-day fare cap and 1-day pass are both ¥640 on the subway.
- For central trips, Tenjin is a practical city-center destination from Hakata Station. Subway tickets for subway, JR Chikuhi Line, and Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line can be bought at subway ticket machines.
FAQs: Trains from Okayama to Fukuoka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Okayama to Fukuoka 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 Fukuoka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Okayama to Fukuoka, 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 way to travel by train from Okayama to Fukuoka 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 Okayama to Fukuoka. 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.
The average train journey from Okayama to Fukuoka takes around {durationInMinutes}. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Okayama to Fukuoka 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 Okayama to Fukuoka. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Okayama to Fukuoka 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 Fukuoka 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 Okayama to Fukuoka, 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.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Okayama to Fukuoka 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 Okayama to Fukuoka typically depart from Okayama Station and arrive at Hakata 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 Okayama to Fukuoka. 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.
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Popular train stations from Okayama to Fukuoka
Most Okayama to Fukuoka trains use the Okayama Station to Hakata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Okayama and Fukuoka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Okayama
Arrival train stations in Fukuoka
Okayama Station1-1 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward, Okayama, 700-0024, Japan
Okayama Station train station facilities and services
Okayama Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Okayama Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Fukuoka station do trains from Okayama arrive at?
Trains from Okayama to Fukuoka arrive at Hakata Station. Hakata Station is 1 miles (2 km) from Fukuoka city centre.
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 · ฿ 38 · 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.
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