How to travel from Hagi to Fukushima, Japan

The distance between Hagi and Fukushima is around 1,062km (660 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 35m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Hagi to Fukushima by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Todakohama then fly from Iwami (IWJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Fukushima(Fukushima).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ¥33,675($245)
Operated by

Multiple operators

4 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Asa, Hiroshima then Tokyo and then to Fukushima(Fukushima).

  • Duration7h 60m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥34,770($255)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit and then to Fukushima.

  • Duration20hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥22,590($165)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Fukushima.

  • Duration13h 35m
  • Distance1,205km (749 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hagi and Fukushima

There are several options for getting from Hagi to Fukushima by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥22,590 ($165) and will take around 20hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus, then take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥39,290 ($285).

The distance between Hagi and Fukushima is around 1,062km (660 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 895km (556 miles)

It takes around 7h 60m to get from Hagi and Fukushima by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hagi to Fukushima is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx ¥39,290 ($285).

The cheapest way to travel between Hagi and Fukushima, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥22,590 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hagi and Fukushima. It typically takes around 7h 60m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hagi to Fukushima. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nagatoshi, Asa, Hiroshima and Tokyo. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 7h 60m.

Japan Railways (JR) and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Hagi and Fukushima. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 7h 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 Hagi and Fukushima. It typically takes around 20hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hagi to Fukushima. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit and Tokyo Station Kajibashi. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 20hrs.

Bocho Kotsu, Jam Jam Liner and Kintetsu Bus run regular bus services between Hagi and Fukushima. Buses run once daily and take around 20hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hagi to Fukushima. We recommend that you take the bus to 新山口駅 then take the train to Hakata then fly from Fukuoka (FUK) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the train to Fukushima(Fukushima). instead which will take 4h 35m.

The closest major airport to Fukushima is Fukushima Airport (FKS) (FKS) which is approximately 59km (37 miles) from Fukushima. Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) 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 Hagi and Fukushima. The distance is around 1,205km (749 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hagi to Fukushima is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 60m and will usually cost around ¥34,770 ($255).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hagi and Fukushima

Transport options from Hagi to Fukushima
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 4 similar
4h 40m
¥33,675($245)
every 4 hours1,062km (660 miles)
Train to Kokura, plane6h 30m
¥42,440($310)
twice daily1,246km (774 miles)
Bus, Train and Plane4h 35m
¥39,290($285)
twice daily1,330km (827 miles)
Bus to 新山口駅, train and plane4h 45m
¥37,645($275)
twice daily1,132km (704 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train5h 10m
¥28,340($205)
twice daily1,144km (711 miles)
Train
7h 60m
¥34,770($255)
every 4 hours1,288km (800 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
20hrs
¥22,590($165)
once daily1,289km (801 miles)
Bus via Kyōto24h 50m
¥23,275($170)
once daily1,384km (860 miles)
Drive
13h 35m
¥18,070($130)
on demand1,205km (749 miles)

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Airports near Fukushima

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

FKS
Fukushima Airport (FKS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Fukushima
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
220km (137 miles) from Fukushima
HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
253km (157 miles) from Fukushima