Getting to the Hakata Ferry Terminal from Central Fukuoka
Getting to the Hakata ferry terminal—or finding your way to an airport abroad—can be surprisingly confusing, even when you think you know the route!
I’ve visited Fukuoka several times, and I still occasionally have to double-check. So today, I’m putting everything in one place for you here on Goodday.
Fukuoka, Japan, is one of the most popular nearby international getaways for Korean travelers. If you’re taking a ferry back to Busan, South Korea, the place you need is Hakata Port International Terminal.
Plenty of travelers struggle to find a direct route from Hakata Station or Tenjin to the Hakata ferry terminal, then end up racing against the check-in deadline. Here’s my rundown of the quickest, most reliable ways to get there, from buses to taxis.
From Hakata Station:
Remember Hakata Exit Bus Stop F!
Hakata Station is huge, and its many exits can easily throw off first-time visitors. If you’re catching a bus to board the New Camellia or another ferry, follow these steps.
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Leave through the Hakata Exit (Hakata-guchi / 博多口): Don’t use the Chikushi Exit (Chikushi-guchi) on the east side. You need the Hakata Exit, the main entrance on the west side. Head out that way—if you leave on the opposite side, you won’t find the bus stop you need!
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Find Bus Stop F: With the station’s main entrance behind you, walk a short distance to your left toward the KITTE shopping mall and post office, then cross the street. Look for Bus Stop F in front of Nishi-Nippon City Bank.
Want the simplest option?
Use the photo as your reference,
then follow the Google Maps pin below.
It’s right in front of Blue Bottle Coffee:
Bus Stop F.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ojXdN3x2rY7UKLqd9?g_st=ac
Recommended Bus Routes:
Bus 88 & BRT Articulated Buses
The bus ride from Hakata Station to the terminal takes about 15–20 minutes, making it a convenient public transportation option when you have luggage.
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Bus 88: This is the standard choice. Before boarding, check that the destination display says “Hakata Port Int’l Terminal” or “博多港国際.”
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BRT (Articulated Bus): These long yellow-and-black buses have two connected sections. They make fewer stops, so the trip can be quicker. Many services are cashless-only, so it’s a good idea to have a transit card ready.
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Tips for Boarding and Paying: On local buses in Fukuoka, board through the rear door, exit through the front, and pay your fare—around ¥240 per adult—as you get off.You can use cash or a transit card such as ICOCA or Suica, except on cashless-only services.
This image was translated using GPT, and it has a few typos! Treat it as a rough reference.
6. “Seaside Street 1-chome” should read “Watanabe-dori 1-chome.”
8. “Gubusechomachi” should read “Gofukumachi.”
I’m not sure why the AI keeps getting this wrong, but stop 8 is Gofukumachi!
The orange route runs from Hakata Port to Hakata Station.
The green route runs from Hakata Port through Tenjin to Hakata Station, then back to Hakata Port.
AI-translated version
Translated using Papago
Traveling with a Group or Short on Time?
Take a Taxi!
If there are three or four of you, or your suitcases are too heavy to haul up and down bus steps, a taxi is a much easier choice.
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Travel Time and Fare: Depending on traffic, the ride usually takes around 10–15 minutes and costs roughly ¥1,500–2,000. Split among a few people, that can be great value.
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Show the Driver Your Destination: Rather than relying on the English name, show the driver “博多港国際” on your phone. You can also say “Hakata-kō Kokusai Terminal.”
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Watch the Check-In Deadline: Check-in for ferries to Busan generally closes 1 hour and 30 minutes before departure. If you’re cutting it close, I’d skip the wait and take a taxi!
Transportation Options at a Glance
|
Starting Point |
Recommended Transportation |
Route / Directions |
Travel Time |
Approximate Fare |
Notes |
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Hakata Station |
Bus |
Outside the Hakata Exit, at Bus Stop F,take Bus 88 or BRT. |
15–20 minutes |
About ¥240 |
With lots of luggage, consider a taxi: about ¥1,500–2,000. |
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Tenjin |
Bus |
In front of Tenjin Solaria Stage, at Bus Stop 2A,take Bus 80. |
About 15 minutes |
About ¥240 |
Get off at the final stop. |
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Fukuoka Airport |
Subway + Bus |
Take the subway to Gofukumachi Station, then transfer to Bus 88. |
25–30 minutes |
Subway ¥260 + bus ¥240 |
Use the free shuttle connecting the airport terminal and the subway station. |
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Anywhere in Central Fukuoka |
Taxi |
Show the driver 博多港国際 (Hakata Port International Terminal) with the destination written in Japanese characters. |
10–20 minutes |
About ¥1,500–2,500 |
A good choice for groups or travelers with lots of luggage. |
That covers the easiest ways to reach the Hakata ferry terminal from central Fukuoka. Whether you’re starting your trip or heading home, I hope these tips help you reach the port with time to spare and enjoy a smooth, stress-free boarding experience.
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