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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kobe to Fukuoka

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 14
Cheapest price on Nov 14
€88
Average ticket price on Nov 14
€89
Fastest journey on Nov 14
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Nov 14
2 h 34 m
Trains on Nov 14
3
Distance
455 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kobe to Fukuoka will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.

Fast trains

On Sat, Nov 14, we found 3 trains from Kobe to Fukuoka, including 3 direct services.

On Sat, Nov 14 the direct trains cover the 455 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.

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Overview: Train from Kobe to Fukuoka

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Trains from Kobe to Fukuoka run on average 77 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €81 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.

There are 77 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 455 km distance in 2h 11m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €27
Distance
455 km
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€81
Trains per day
77
Direct trains
77
Fastest train
2h 11m
First train
6:00 AM
Last train
9:23 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €27

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Live departures

Kobe to Fukuoka train times

The table below shows live departures for Kobe to Fukuoka trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR West3:20 AM Kobe
2h41
6:01 AM Fukuoka0 transfersDirect
Sunday, November 15
JR WestMizuho 6016:13 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
8:28 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 6816:19 AM Shin-kobe Station
3h00
9:19 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7416:38 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
9:04 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7437:02 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h24
9:26 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1017:24 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
9:39 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6037:35 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
9:51 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestHikari 7317:47 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h24
10:11 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9417:53 AM Shin-kobe Station
4h11
12:04 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, November 14
JR Central10:54 PM Kobe
2h30
1:24 AM Fukuoka0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6058:02 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
10:18 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1038:09 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
10:24 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7458:13 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h23
10:36 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, November 14
JR Central11:16 PM Kobe
2h30
1:46 AM Fukuoka0 transfersDirect
Sunday, November 15
JR WestNozomi 998:32 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h14
10:46 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 18:37 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
10:52 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 38:54 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
11:09 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7479:06 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h20
11:26 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 59:15 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
11:30 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1159:21 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
11:39 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 79:30 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
11:45 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7499:33 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
11:59 AM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9459:45 AM Shin-kobe Station
4h06
1:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 99:54 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
12:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 11910:03 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
12:18 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 60710:06 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
12:22 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1110:15 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
12:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12110:21 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
12:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1310:30 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
12:45 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 75110:33 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
12:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 94710:50 AM Shin-kobe Station
4h01
2:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1510:54 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
1:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12711:03 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
1:18 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1711:15 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
1:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 12911:21 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
1:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 75311:33 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
1:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 94911:50 AM Shin-kobe Station
4h01
3:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1911:54 AM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
2:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2112:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
2:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 13912:21 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
2:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 75512:33 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
2:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 14312:45 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
3:03 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 2312:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
3:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 251:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
3:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1471:21 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
3:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7571:36 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h23
3:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1511:45 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
4:03 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 271:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
4:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 292:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
4:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1552:21 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
4:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7592:36 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h23
4:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 312:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
5:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 333:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
5:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 1633:21 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h18
5:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7613:36 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h23
5:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 353:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
6:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6094:06 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
6:22 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 374:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
6:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7634:36 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h23
6:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 394:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
7:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6115:06 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
7:22 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 415:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
7:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7655:33 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
7:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9615:50 PM Shin-kobe Station
4h01
9:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 435:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
8:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7675:59 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h24
8:23 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 456:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
8:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7696:33 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
8:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9656:50 PM Shin-kobe Station
4h01
10:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 476:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
9:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6137:06 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h16
9:22 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 497:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
9:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 517:30 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
9:45 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7717:33 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
9:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestKodama 9677:50 PM Shin-kobe Station
3h49
11:39 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 537:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
10:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestMizuho 6158:06 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h12
10:18 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 558:15 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
10:30 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestSakura 7738:33 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h26
10:59 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 578:54 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
11:09 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect
JR WestNozomi 599:36 PM Shin-kobe Station
2h15
11:51 PM Hakata Station0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: JR West, JR Central from Kobe to Fukuoka trainsJR West, JR Central trains will get you between Kobe and Fukuoka from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR West Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest JR West Price
€81
JR West frequency
78 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.
Learn more about JR West

JR Central

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR Central Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest JR Central Price
€85
JR Central frequency
41 a day
Luggage included
Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
Additional luggage
Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
Luggage storage
Oversized baggage compartments are located in the connecting passageways of 16-car trains and are clearly marked.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Refund
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made without additional payment.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
Bikes
Bicycles used for cycling and sports tournaments must be disassembled and placed in bike travel bags.
Pets
Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
Learn more about JR Central

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kobe and Fukuoka

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Kobe to Fukuoka, you can count on JR West, JR Central for the best way to get you to Fukuoka. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Kobe and Fukuoka and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Kobe to Fukuoka

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kobe 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Kobe to Fukuoka can start from as little as €81 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kobe to Fukuoka is €87; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Kobe to Fukuoka is 2h 11m to travel the 455 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Kobe to Fukuoka leaves at 6:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Kobe to Fukuoka leaves at 9:23 PM.
Yes,there are 77 direct trains a day from Kobe to Fukuoka with JR West, JR Central. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Fukuoka. Take the fast train with JR West, JR Central from Kobe to Fukuoka.
A trip to Fukuoka from Kobe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Kobe and Fukuoka including taking a bus, train, flight, and ferry.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kobe to Fukuoka

Most Kobe to Fukuoka trains use the Shin-kobe Station to Hakata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Kobe and Fukuoka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kobe
Arrival train stations in Fukuoka
Shin-kobe Station1-chōme-3-1 Kanōchō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0001, Japan+81 570-002-486Accessibility

Shin-kobe Station train station facilities and services

Shin-kobe Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Shin-kobe Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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