How to travel from Kamakura to Fukuoka, Japan
The distance between Kamakura and Fukuoka is around 932km (579 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 15m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Kamakura to Fukuoka by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Fukuoka → Kamakura if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Yokohama, Fly
Take the train to Yokohama then fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Fukuoka (FUK).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost¥11,090($81)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train
Take the train to Hakata.
- Duration5hrs
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥49,285($360)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kamakura and Fukuoka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kamakura to Fukuoka by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥11,090 ($81) and will take around 3h 15m.
The distance between Kamakura and Fukuoka is around 932km (579 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 860km (534 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Kamakura and Fukuoka by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 45m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Kamakura to Fukuoka is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx ¥11,090 ($81).
The cheapest way to travel between Kamakura and Fukuoka, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥11,090 ($81) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kamakura and Fukuoka. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kamakura to Fukuoka. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Yokohama. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5hrs.
Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Kamakura and Fukuoka. Trains depart hourly and will take around 5hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kamakura and Fukuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Yokohama then fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Fukuoka (FUK). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kamakura to Fukuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Yokohama then fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Kita Kyushu (KKJ) then take the train to Hakata. instead which will take 3h 30m.
The closest major airport to Fukuoka is Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Fukuoka. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) and Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) (KKJ) 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 Kamakura and Fukuoka. The distance is around 1,059km (658 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 45m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kamakura to Fukuoka is to take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ¥49,285 ($360).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kamakura and Fukuoka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Yokohama, Fly + 6 similar | 3h 15m | ¥11,090($81) | every 3 hours | 932km (579 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 30m | ¥36,280($265) | every 30 mins | 951km (591 miles) |
| Train to Yokohama, plane | 3h 40m | ¥37,375($275) | every 3 hours | 992km (617 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 10m | ¥46,955($345) | twice daily | 1,025km (637 miles) |
| Train to Yokohama, plane | 4h 35m | ¥25,600($185) | hourly | 1,041km (647 miles) |
| Train to Tokyo, plane | 4h 35m | ¥18,755($135) | every 3 hours | 1,061km (660 miles) |
| Fly to Oita (OIT), Train | 5h 35m | ¥34,770($255) | hourly | 1,045km (650 miles) |
Train | 5hrs | ¥49,285($360) | hourly | 1,066km (663 miles) |
Drive | 11h 45m | ¥15,335($110) | on demand | 1,059km (658 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kamakura and Fukuoka
Airlines
Star Flyer
Skymark Airlines
Solaseed Air
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Bocho Kotsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Train operators
Narita Express (N'EX)
Airports near Fukuoka
The following major airports near Fukuoka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 4km (2 miles) from Fukuoka
Saga Airport (HSG)
- Distance
- 49km (31 miles) from Fukuoka
Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
- Distance
- 65km (40 miles) from Fukuoka