How to travel from Muroran to Fukuoka, Japan
The distance between Muroran and Fukuoka is around 1,505km (935 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 40m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Muroran to Fukuoka by train, plane, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Fukuoka → Muroran if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Minami-Chitose then fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Fukuoka (FUK).
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical cost¥22,450($165)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train
Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Tokyo and then to Hakata.
- Duration11h 15m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥51,335($375)
Multiple train operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Tokyo then take the bus to Yamaguchi-Yuda Onsendo and then to Hakata Bus Terminal.
- Duration24h 5m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥43,810($320)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Otaru then take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Fukuoka.
- Duration1 day 6h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥29,980($220)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Muroran and Fukuoka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Muroran to Fukuoka by train, plane, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥22,450 ($165) and will take around 3h 40m.
The distance between Muroran and Fukuoka is around 1,505km (935 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,340km (832 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Muroran and Fukuoka by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Muroran to Fukuoka is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ¥22,450 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Muroran and Fukuoka is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥22,450 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Muroran and Fukuoka. It typically takes around 11h 15m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Muroran to Fukuoka. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Tokyo. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 15m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Muroran and Fukuoka. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 11h 15m, 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 Muroran and Fukuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Minami-Chitose then fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Fukuoka (FUK). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Muroran to Fukuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Minami-Chitose then fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Fukuoka (FUK). instead which will take 3h 40m.
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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Muroran to Fukuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Minami-Chitose then fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Fukuoka (FUK). instead which will take 3h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Muroran to Fukuoka is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around ¥22,450 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Muroran and Fukuoka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 3 similar | 3h 40m | ¥22,450($165) | hourly | 1,505km (935 miles) |
| Train to Minami-Chitose, plane | 5hrs | ¥39,700($290) | hourly | 1,812km (1,126 miles) |
| Train to Hakodate, Fly | 6hrs | ¥40,520($295) | every 2 hours | 1,778km (1,105 miles) |
| Train to Hakodate, plane | 6h 30m | ¥39,975($290) | every 2 hours | 1,796km (1,116 miles) |
Train | 11h 15m | ¥51,335($375) | every 4 hours | 2,053km (1,275 miles) |
Train and Bus | 24h 5m | ¥43,810($320) | once daily | 2,129km (1,323 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 6h | ¥29,980($220) | once daily | 1,861km (1,156 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Muroran and Fukuoka
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
AIRDO
Skymark Airlines
Bus companies
JR Bus Tōhoku
Willer Express
Bocho Kotsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Train operators
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
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