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FukuokaHakata Station
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First train
06:08
Last train
23:16
Travel duration
43m
Daily departures
36
Departure station
Kumamoto
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Fukuoka
Ticket price
from $33
Fastest trip
32m
Longest trip
55m
Trains to Kumamoto
Inbound trains reach Kumamoto mainly at Kumamoto Station. Kyushu Shinkansen services arrive from Hakata in around 35m to 45m, while trains from Shin-Tosu reach Kumamoto in roughly 25m to 35m. Southbound services from Kagoshima-Chuo arrive in around 55m to 1h. Through Shinkansen services from Hiroshima reach Kumamoto in about 1h45m to 2h, and trains from Shin-Osaka take roughly 3h to 3h20m when direct services are available. Regional JR Kyushu services from Aso arrive in around 1h20m to 1h40m, with limited express and local stopping patterns affecting the timing.
Visiting Kumamoto
Kumamoto is a major rail hub in central Kyushu, positioned between Fukuoka and Kagoshima on the Kyushu Shinkansen. The city has one primary long-distance train station, Kumamoto Station, with supporting regional stops such as Kami-Kumamoto and Shin-Suizenji. JR Kyushu is the main operator, running Shinkansen, limited express, and local services through the city.
Trains from Kumamoto include Kyushu Shinkansen services on the north-south high-speed corridor, JR Kyushu limited express services toward the Aso area, and regional trains across Kumamoto Prefecture. Kumamoto Station is the main train station for intercity train tickets, while Kami-Kumamoto and Shin-Suizenji handle local and regional movements within the urban rail network.
Rail routes from Kumamoto run north toward Hakata, Kurume, and Shin-Tosu, south toward Kagoshima-Chuo, east toward Aso and Oita Prefecture, and onward to Honshu through direct or connecting Shinkansen services for Hiroshima and Shin-Osaka. Book trains from and to Kumamoto online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Kumamoto
From Kumamoto Station, JR Kyushu Shinkansen services run north toward Hakata, Kurume, and Shin-Tosu, where passengers can connect with other Kyushu and western Japan routes. Southbound Shinkansen trains continue toward Kagoshima-Chuo, making Kumamoto a central stop on Kyushu's high-speed rail spine.
Regional and limited express services from Kumamoto extend east toward Aso and Oita Prefecture, using non-high-speed lines across central Kyushu. Long-distance Shinkansen travel can continue beyond Hakata onto the Sanyo Shinkansen network for Hiroshima, Okayama, and Shin-Osaka, with JR West operating services on the Honshu section.
Kumamoto
Kumamoto - Located in central Kyushu, this city is famous for its massive Kumamoto Castle and the Suizenji Jojuen Garden.
Kumamoto Station
Station
43m
Fukuoka
Fukuoka - The largest city in Kyushu, known for the Hakata station transport hub, ancient temples, and modern shopping complexes.
Hakata Station
StationTrain Operators Serving Kumamoto
JR Kyushu is the main railway operator in Kumamoto, running Kyushu Shinkansen services, limited express trains, and local regional trains from Kumamoto Station. JR West operates the Sanyo Shinkansen section for through services beyond Hakata toward western Honshu. Local JR Kyushu services also use Kami-Kumamoto and Shin-Suizenji for city-area rail travel. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these operators on Kumamoto routes.
Destinations from Kumamoto
Rail services from Kumamoto Station
High-speed services: JR Kyushu Shinkansen trains from Kumamoto run north toward Hakata and south toward Kagoshima-Chuo, with through or connecting services to the Sanyo Shinkansen network. Regional services: JR Kyushu local trains serve Kumamoto Prefecture and nearby city stops including Kami-Kumamoto and Shin-Suizenji. Limited express services: JR Kyushu operates selected intercity services toward the Aso area and Oita Prefecture. Airport access: Kumamoto Airport is reached by road transfer from Kumamoto Station because there is no direct airport rail station.
Travel from Kumamoto to Fukuoka by Shinkansen and visit the historic Fukuoka Castle ruins or explore the food stalls of the Nakasu district.
Kumamoto
Japan
43m
Fukuoka
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Osaka by Shinkansen and visit the historic Osaka Castle or explore the vibrant food stalls in the Dotonbori district.
Kumamoto
Japan
3h 6m
Osaka
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Kagoshima by Shinkansen and visit the active Sakurajima volcano or explore the historic Sengan-en Garden and Shiroyama Park.
Kumamoto
Japan
51m
Kagoshima
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Hiroshima by Shinkansen and visit the Peace Memorial Park or take a ferry to the famous torii gate on Itsukushima Island.
Kumamoto
Japan
1h 41m
Hiroshima
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Yatsushiro by Kyushu Shinkansen and visit the Yatsushiro Castle Ruins or see the famous Hinagu Onsen hot spring district.
Kumamoto
Japan
11m
Yatsushiro
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu by Shinkansen and visit the historic Kokura Castle or explore the industrial heritage of the Mojiko Retro area.
Kumamoto
Japan
53m
Kitakyushu
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Kobe by Shinkansen to explore the historic Kumamoto Castle before visiting the scenic harbor and Meriken Park in Kobe.
Kumamoto
Japan
2h 52m
Kobe
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Shimonoseki by train and visit the historic Kanmon Bridge or the scenic Sakurajima Island nearby.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Kumamoto
Japan
1h 6m
Shimonoseki
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Kurume by limited express train and visit the historic Kurume Castle or enjoy local delicacies at the Kurume Soba restaurants.
Kumamoto
Japan
27m
Kurume
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Okayama by Shinkansen and visit the historic Okayama Castle or take a stroll through Korakuen Garden.
Kumamoto
Japan
2h 18m
Okayama
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Himeji by Shinkansen and visit Himeji Castle or stroll through Kokoen Garden.
Kumamoto
Japan
2h 36m
Himeji
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Minamata by Limited Express and visit the famous Minamata Disease Museum or enjoy the scenic views at Minamata Bay.
Kumamoto
Japan
24m
Minamata
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Izumi by Limited Express and enjoy the serene beaches of Izumi or visit the historic Izumi City Museum.
Kumamoto
Japan
32m
Izumi
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Shunan by train and visit the Shunan City Museum of Art or enjoy fresh seafood at the Yanai Yaki restaurant.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Kumamoto
Japan
1h 27m
Shunan
Japan
Travel from Kumamoto to Tosu by Limited Express and discover the historic Tosu Stadium or enjoy shopping at Tosu Premium Outlet.
Kumamoto
Japan
32m
Tosu
Japan
Kumamoto Major Train Stations
Kumamoto has one primary intercity rail hub and several supporting regional stations. Kumamoto Station is the main long-distance station, served by JR Kyushu Shinkansen, limited express, and local trains on northbound, southbound, and eastbound corridors. Kami-Kumamoto serves local JR services on the Kagoshima Main Line and regional travel on the northern side of the city. Shin-Suizenji is a local JR station used for city-area transfers and regional movements east of central Kumamoto. Most long-distance passengers should select Kumamoto Station when booking Shinkansen or limited express tickets. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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JR West operates passenger trains across western Japan.