Fukuoka to Izumo by train
Izumo lies 292 km (181 mi) north-east of Fukuoka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 36 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 356 km (221 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Fukuoka | Izumo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.6 million | 172,775 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Meinohama Station, Yoshizuka Station, Chihaya Station | Naoe Station, Shōbara Station, Nishi-Izumo Station |
| Postal codes | 028-6101–981-3225 | 044-0064–925-0215 |
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Common questions
How far is Izumo from Fukuoka?
292 km (181 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Fukuoka; by road roughly 356 km (221 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Izumo by train?
About 1 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fukuoka and Izumo?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.