Fukuoka to Osaka

Fukuoka to Osaka

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Fukuoka to Osaka Destination Reviews

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Josselin M
Why is it so complicated to get tickets for the actual train when the reservation was made online?
Fukuoka to Osaka, Train #Nozomi 44 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), May 19, 2025
LZ
Leonid Z
Fast and convinient
Fukuoka to Osaka, Train #Nozomi 8 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Sep 26, 2024
LZ
Leonid Z
It's easy to exchange tickets at the vending machine. Fukuoka station is not very big, so finding it is no problem.
Fukuoka to Osaka, Train #Nozomi 8 Standard Class Unreserved, Shinkansen JR West (Shinkansen JR West), Sep 26, 2024
LZ
Leonid Z
Fast and convenient. The best way to travel in Japan.
Fukuoka to Osaka, Train #NOZOMI 8 Unreserved seat, Shinkansen JR Central (Shinkansen JR Central), Sep 26, 2024
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Fukuoka to Osaka Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
03:10
04:30
$116.14
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
06:21
10:25
$62.88
  4.6
Flight
Japan Airlines
Economy
07:00
08:05
$172.40
  5.0
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
07:25
12:25
$162.01
Flight
Japan Airlines
Economy
07:50
10:35
$366.14
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
08:36
11:04
$62.88
  4.6
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
08:55
10:10
$145.43
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:27
11:55
$101.71
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:44
12:25
$94.56
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:00
12:31
$101.71
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:27
12:55
$100.46
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
10:50
12:05
$113.56
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
11:20
17:50
$331.14
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
11:36
14:04
$62.88
  4.6
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
11:55
13:05
$145.43
Flight
All Nippon Airways
Economy
12:20
17:50
$331.14
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
12:36
15:04
$62.88
  4.6
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
12:54
16:58
$62.88
  4.6
Flight
Japan Airlines
Economy
13:10
17:30
$427.14
Train
Shinkansen JR West
Standard Class Unreserved
13:36
16:04
$62.88
  4.6

How to get from Fukuoka to Osaka

Travelling between Fukuoka and Osaka is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 306.80 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 35.74.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 14 hours to travel between Fukuoka and Osaka depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Fukuoka and Osaka. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Flight does a much slower job and take about 13h 55m to reach Osaka.

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

Travelling between Fukuoka and Osaka can be as cheap as USD 35.74 if you opt for a ATLINER Co relax3 (株式会社 ATLINER) bus and as expensive as USD 306.80 if you buy a All Nippon Airways flight 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 Osaka ?

  • 238 from Fukuoka to Osaka starting from 06:00 Hakata Fukuoka until 21:09 Hakata Fukuoka
  • 32 from Fukuoka to Osaka starting from 07:10 Fukuoka Airport until 21:00 Fukuoka Airport
  • 5 from Fukuoka to Osaka starting from 20:45 Hakata Bus Station until 23:15 Fukuoka City

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

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

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Fukuoka to Osaka, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 57.97.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Fukuoka and Osaka

All Nippon Airways, All Nippon Airways, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, Peach Aviation, Peach Aviation

Bus

Travelling from Fukuoka to Osaka 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 Osaka

ATLINER Co relax3 (株式会社 ATLINER), Daishinto Bus, Hearts Express, 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 Osaka?

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

  • 83% took a train
  • 17% opted for a bus

Transportation from Fukuoka to Osaka

Facts about the transport from Fukuoka to Osaka

Cheapest Transport$36
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day275
Distance851 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAll Nippon Airways, All Nippon Airways, All Nippon Airways, ATLINER Co relax3, Daishinto Bus, Hearts Express, Japan Airlines, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, Peach Aviation, Peach Aviation, Shinkansen JR West, Sunshine Express SN6, Tokaido Shinkansen