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Domestic: follow the signs to the subway on B2. International: use the free terminal shuttle to reach the subway, or take a direct bus to Hakata or Tenjin. The international terminal has no subway station.
Fare and destination at a glance
| Route | Adult one-way fare | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic terminal → Hakata by subway | ¥260 | About 5 minutes on the train; walking and waiting are extra |
| Domestic terminal → Tenjin by subway | ¥260 | About 11 minutes on the train; get off at Tenjin, not Tenjin-minami |
| International terminal → Hakata Station Chikushi Exit by Nishitetsu bus | ¥400; ¥380 with eligible IC or credit-card payment | Board at stop 6 or 7; road traffic affects arrival time |
| International terminal → Nishitetsu Tenjin Highway Bus Terminal | ¥500; ¥480 with transit IC | Board at stop 8; credit cards are not accepted on this route |
These are route choices and fares checked against official transport information on 28 September 2026. Check the current timetable, stop and payment method before travel. Airport subway directions, Hakata bus, Tenjin bus.
From the domestic terminal
Follow the subway signs to Fukuoka-kuko Station on B2. The Airport Line goes directly to Hakata and Tenjin. Hakata is useful for JR and Shinkansen connections; Tenjin is convenient for shopping and many central hotels. If your hotel says Tenjin-minami or Watanabe-dori, check its exact station and exit instead of assuming it is beside Tenjin Station. Children of elementary-school age pay ¥130 for these subway trips. Subway fares.
From the international terminal
For the subway, board the free inter-terminal shuttle at international stop 5, get off at the domestic terminal and follow the subway signs. On the return to international departures, use domestic shuttle stop 1. Add immigration, baggage claim, the shuttle wait and walking to the stated subway ride time. Official shuttle stops and timetable.
If reducing transfers matters more, the Hakata bus serves Hakata Station’s Chikushi Exit, not the Hakata Exit side. The direct Tenjin bus arrives at the highway bus terminal. Both are subject to road congestion; allow a buffer for a timed train, tour or restaurant booking. On the Tenjin route, have cash or a sufficiently charged transit IC card: the Hakata bus’s credit-card option does not apply to it.
Large luggage, children and late arrivals
A taxi can be simpler when the hotel is far from a station or you are carrying several cases. Check that a vehicle can take all passengers, luggage and any stroller, and expect the fare and journey time to vary with traffic. For a late arrival, plan from the time you are ready to leave the terminal—not the aircraft’s landing time—and check both the shuttle and last subway services. Official taxi stand information.
Choosing a base for your trip? Compare Hakata and Tenjin for hotels, or see airport food options before leaving.
