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Access To Hakata Station From Fukuoka Airport
Travelers traveling into Fukuoka Airport can use various methods of transportation from taking the subway, bus, or taxi to easily get to Hakata Station, the heart of Fukuoka. Learn about the transportation costs, required time, and directions on how to arrive at your desired destination smoothly. On...
Easily Get to Hakata Station from Fukuoka Airport
Fukuoka City is considered the main gateway of Kyushu in southern Japan, as visitors coming here can go to Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Kagoshima, and the rest of the regions on the island from here. Separated from Honshu, the main island of Japan, Fukuoka and the surrounding prefectures here are notably different than other parts of the country.
Visit Hakata, Fukuoka City's vibrant downtown area to encounter the unique culture and sightseeing here. Fukuoka Airport is very close to Hakata Station, a major station in the city.
This article introduces three different ways to get to Hakata Station from Fukuoka Airport by subway, bus, and taxi.
1. Subway - Required Time and Fare
For those who want to get to Hakata fast and for an inexpensive price, take the Fukuoka City Subway. The ride to the Hakata Station takes just five minutes. The fare is 260 yen for adults, and 130 yen for children of primary school age or under.
If you arrive at the domestic terminal, use the domestic terminal 2 escalators and elevators, and go to the underground level.
From the international terminal, take the free shuttle bus from bus stop no.1. Get off at the domestic terminal 2, which is the last stop. Go to the underground level, using the escalators and elevators.
Subway tickets can be bought at the ticket machine pictured above. If you already have an rechargeable IC card such as Suica, Pasmo, or Sugoca (Kyushu's IC card), you can use them to go through the ticket gate.
There are two stops, but since this station is the terminal station, trains heading for Hakata stop at both stops.
2. Bus - Required Time and Fare
Buses headed for Hakata depart from bus stop no.1 of all the three domestic terminals.
There are two routes from the international terminal. The first route is to take the free bus to the domestic terminal, and switch buses. The second route is to board the bus headed for Hakata from the international terminal. In this case, go to the international terminal's bus stop no.2, and simply board a bus running on a regular route.
Be sure to buy tickets at this ticket machine.
3. Taxi - Required Time and Fare
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For those who want to travel comfortably, have heavy luggage, or are worried about getting lost on their route, we recommend taking a taxi.
There is a taxi stand at all the three domestic terminals. For those using the international terminal, go to the taxi stand on the first floor.
If you are worried about speaking Japanese, go to the taxi concierge stand, where you will see employees in red uniforms.
The taxi concierge can speak English, Korean, and Chinese. They also offer overall sightseeing information. Their service counter, open from 9:30 to 18:30, is located inside domestic terminal 2, in front of the taxi stand. For further information, check their official site (Japanese).
The taxi fare to Hakata differs according to the traffic congestion and your destination, but the average fare is about 1,600 yen.
Travel from the Airport to Fukuoka
In Japan, Fukuoka Airport is famous for its proximity to the downtown area, with the subway, trains, and buses taking less than twenty minutes in most cases. This makes traveling to and from the airport very convenient and stress-free, allowing travelers can further enjoy a trip around southern Japan.
Activities in Fukuoka
While in Fukuoka, make sure to shopping and sight seeing! Below are some of our recommended spots for activities in Fukuoka.
JR Hakata City
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Near JR Hakata Station, you will find a large commercial facility known as JR Hakata City. Here you'll find plenty of places to do some shopping and plenty of places to dine at.
Try some of Hakata's specialties like Hakata Ramen and mentaiko dishes, or variety of classic Japanese dishes like tempura, tonkatsu, and unagi- all available in this facility.
You can purchase souvenirs at shops like Hakata Meihingura Deitos Store and Hakata Meihingura Deitos Grocery Shop. There's even a rooftop garden called Tsubame no Mori Hiroba, where you can get an amazing panoramic view of Hakata City. Railway fans must visit the Railway Shrine, where you can pray for safe travels while checking out the Mini SL Tsubame locomotive train, which is a favorite train among children!
Sumiyoshi Shrine
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One of over 2,100 Sumiyoshi Shrines across Japan, the Sumiyoshi Shrine in Chikuzen Ichinomiya is said to have been build nearly 1800 years ago. This shrine, along with the Sumiyoshi Taisha in Osaka and the Sumiyoshi Shrine in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi, are known as Japan's Three Major Sumiyoshi.
This shrine in Hakata has an architecture known as the Sumiyoshi-Zukuri, one of the oldest styles in the history of shrine architecture, and has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
Address: Fukuoka-ken, Fukuoka-shi, Hakata-ku, Sumiyoshi 3-1-51
Phone:
Hours:9:00~17:00
Access: About 15 minutes on foot from Hakata Station
Kawabatadori Shopping Street
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Kawabatadori Shopping Street is Hakata's first commercial town, with a long history of over 130 years. The shopping street spans 400 meters and is home to over over 130 shops, including restaurants and specialty stores. Many locals frequent the shopping street, and with it being easily accessible, it's become quite tourist-friendly with many souvenir shops.
Pictured here is the Hakata Machiya Furusatokan, close to Kawabatadori Shopping Street. This tourist spot consists of three charming Hakata townhouse buildings from the Meiji era, and inside you can see and experience traditional crafts.
Address: Fukuoka-ken, Fukuoka-shi, Hakata-ku, Kamikawabatamachi 10
Phone:
Hours: Varies by shop
Access: About 15 minutes on foot from Hakata Station
Hotels near Hakata Station
Looking to stay near Hakata Station? There are plenty of hotels in the area, perfect to staying for business or a tourist trip. Many hotels are close to spots and attractions, below are a few of our recommended spots to stay:
Hotel Wing International Hakata Shinkansen
Having opened back in October 2017, Hotel Wing International Hakata Shinkansenguchiis a hotel close to various tourist spots, such as being located 900 meters from Shofukuji Temple, and just 1.1 km from Tochoji Temple.
Not only is this hotel great access for using Shinkansen, but car rentals can also be arranged on site. Fukuoka Airport is about 2 km away from the hotel.
Fukuoka, Hakata-ku Hakataekihigashi 1-17-17
HOTEL FORZA HAKATA-GUCHI
Only 3 minutes away from Hakata Station, Hotel Forza Hakata Station Hakata-Guchi offers travelers some very stylish rooms.
You can access many spots near by like Hakata City just a quick 5 minute walk and Shofukuji Temple about 13 minutes away by foot. You can reach Fukuoka Airport by train in approximately 11 minutes.
Fukuoka, Hakataku Hakataekimae 2-1-15
Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station
This hotel was renovated back in 2019, the lodging offers direct access to the Chikushi Exit of Hakata Station and Hakata Subway Station.
For drivers, both Ohori Park and Fukuoka Tower is a 15-minute drive away. Shoppers can visit Canal City Hakata, just a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station
Fukuoka, Hakataeki Chuogai 4-23
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