Fukuoka to Kobe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284.5 miles 457.8 km · straight line
362.1 miles actual route 582.7 km · driving distance
8h 5min estimated drive time
JPY 6439 - JPY 7925 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
73° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fukuoka from Kobe?

The distance from Fukuoka to Kobe is 284.5 miles (457.8 km) as the crow flies. Kobe is located ENE of Fukuoka. By car, the driving distance is approximately 362.1 miles, taking about 8h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in Japan.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fukuoka and Kobe. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fukuoka to Kobe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 5min JPY 6439 - JPY 7925 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 42min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~7h 41min $43–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fukuoka & Kobe

Quick Facts

Fukuoka
33.59°N, 130.40°E
Asia/Tokyo
3m elevation
Kobe
34.69°N, 135.20°E
Asia/Tokyo
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM