Fukuoka to Kyoto

Fukuoka to Kyoto

Fukuoka
Kyoto
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Fukuoka to Kyoto Destination Reviews

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Gregor G
No good cup holders. A little to narrow for me, but I am also I very big person
Fukuoka to Kyoto, Bus Intercity, Sunshine Express SN6, May 21, 2026
JB
Joerg B
2 hours before leaving we got the tickets!? But it was not too late
Fukuoka to Kyoto, Train #NOZOMI 34 Standard, Shinkansen JR Central (Shinkansen JR Central), Apr 26, 2023
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Fukuoka to Kyoto Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:00
11:46
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:27
12:11
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:00
12:46
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:27
13:11
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:00
13:46
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:27
14:11
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
12:00
14:46
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
13:00
15:46
$107.68
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
13:18
16:04
$108.95
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
14:18
17:04
$108.95
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
15:27
18:11
$106.42
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
18:30
21:13
$106.42
Bus
Daishinto Bus
Intercity
21:15
08:30
$46.99
Bus
Sunshine Express SN6
Intercity
23:15
09:45
$36.15

How to get from Fukuoka to Kyoto

Travelling between Fukuoka and Kyoto is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 112.76 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 53.91.

How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Kyoto?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 12 hours to travel between Fukuoka and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Fukuoka and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 43m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 15m to reach Kyoto.

How much does it cost to get from Fukuoka to Kyoto?

Travelling between Fukuoka and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 53.91 if you opt for a Sunshine Express SN6 bus and as expensive as USD 112.76 if you buy a Shinkansen JR Central Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Fukuoka and Kyoto ?

  • 8 from Fukuoka to Kyoto starting from 06:36 Hakata Fukuoka until 18:36 Hakata Fukuoka
  • 2 from Fukuoka to Kyoto starting from 21:15 Fukuoka City until 22:15 Fukuoka City

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Fukuoka to Kyoto.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Fukuoka to Kyoto overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Fukuoka and Kyoto

Daishinto Bus, Sunshine Express SN6

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Fukuoka to Kyoto?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 54% took a train
  • 46% opted for a bus

Transportation from Fukuoka to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Fukuoka to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$54
Fastest Transport2h 43m
Earliest Departure6:36 AM
Latest Departure10:15 PM
Departures per day10
Distance136 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaishinto Bus, Shinkansen JR Central, Sunshine Express SN6