How to travel from Fukuoka to Nagasaki, Japan

The distance between Fukuoka and Nagasaki is around 151km (94 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Fukuoka to Nagasaki by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Nagasaki(Nagasaki).

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥5,475($40)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Nagasaki.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ¥3,150($23)
Operated by

Nishitetsu

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Plane, Ferry and Car

Fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Amakusa (AXJ) then take a ferry to Kuchinotsu Port then drive to Nagasaki.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time35min
  • Typical cost
    ¥21,080($155)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Nagasaki.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance151km (94 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Fukuoka and Nagasaki

There are several options for getting from Fukuoka to Nagasaki by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥3,150 ($23) and will take around 2h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥2,190 ($16).

The distance between Fukuoka and Nagasaki is around 151km (94 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 105km (65 miles)

It takes around 1h 60m to get from Fukuoka and Nagasaki by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Fukuoka to Nagasaki is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx ¥2,190 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Fukuoka and Nagasaki, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥3,150 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Fukuoka and Nagasaki. It typically takes around 1h 60m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Fukuoka and Nagasaki with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 60m.

Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Fukuoka and Nagasaki. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 60m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Fukuoka and Nagasaki. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Fukuoka and Nagasaki with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2h 15m.

Nishitetsu run regular bus services between Fukuoka and Nagasaki. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Fukuoka to Nagasaki. We recommend that you fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Amakusa (AXJ) then take a ferry to Kuchinotsu Port then drive to Nagasaki. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Nagasaki is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Fukuoka and Nagasaki. The distance is around 151km (94 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Fukuoka to Nagasaki is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 60m and will usually cost around ¥5,475 ($40).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Fukuoka and Nagasaki

Transport options from Fukuoka to Nagasaki
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 60m
¥5,475($40)
hourly154km (96 miles)
Bus
2h 15m
¥3,150($23)
every 30 mins156km (97 miles)
Plane, Ferry and Car
2h 35m
¥21,080($155)
every 2 hours217km (135 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
¥2,190($16)
on demand151km (94 miles)

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Airports near Nagasaki

The following major airports near Nagasaki offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

NGS
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki
AXJ
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
39km (25 miles) from Nagasaki
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
107km (66 miles) from Nagasaki