From Hakata Station in Fukuoka, the trip to the hot-spring town of Yufuin takes about 2 hours 12 minutes. The star of the route is the Yufuin no Mori, JR Kyushu's design train with wooden interiors.
Key facts
- Fastest journey: about 2h12, direct.
- Trains: the Yufuin no Mori and the Yufu limited express.
- Stations: Hakata Station (Fukuoka) to Yufuin Station.
- All seats on the Yufuin no Mori are reserved.
Which train to take
If you can, choose the Yufuin no Mori: the journey itself is part of the experience. It is popular, so book early. The Yufu limited express covers the same route and is a good alternative when the Yufuin no Mori is full.
Tips before you go
- Lake Kinrin, Yufuin's best-known spot, is a pleasant walk from the station.
- Yufuin combines well with Beppu, about an hour further on by train.
- Many travellers stay one night in a ryokan with hot-spring baths.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Fukuoka to Yufuin?
About 2 hours 12 minutes from Hakata Station on the fastest direct train.
What is the Yufuin no Mori?
JR Kyushu's design train to Yufuin, with wooden interiors; all of its seats are reserved.
Can I continue from Yufuin to Beppu by train?
Yes, Beppu is about an hour further on by train.
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