Fukuoka to Osaka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

301.4 miles 485.1 km · straight line
377.2 miles actual route 607.1 km · driving distance
8h 22min estimated drive time
JPY 6708 - JPY 8257 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fukuoka from Osaka?

The distance from Fukuoka to Osaka is 301.4 miles (485.1 km) as the crow flies. Osaka is located ENE of Fukuoka. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.2 miles, taking about 8h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. 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 Osaka. 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 Osaka

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 22min JPY 6708 - JPY 8257 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 2min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 57min $45–$132* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Fukuoka
33.59°N, 130.40°E
Asia/Tokyo
3m elevation
Osaka
34.69°N, 135.50°E
Asia/Tokyo
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM