The JR Kyushu Pass grants access to the entire JR Kyushu network, encompassing over 3,000 kilometers of railway lines. Unlike point-to-point tickets, the pass allows you to venture off the beaten path. Reach remote gems including charming villages like Yufuin, historic sites, and natural wonders accessible only by local JR trains.
With this pass, you can take unlimited rides in the South Kyushu area for three days, including local, limited express, and Shinkansen trains between Oita and Miyazaki Airport stations, with reserved seats redeemable up to 6 times.
This pass allows unlimited travel throughout North Kyushu for 3 days, including local, limited express, and Shinkansen trains between Hakata and Beppu stations, with reserved seats redeemable up to 6 times each.
The North Kyushu 5-Day Pass includes five days of unlimited rides in North Kyushu, including local, limited express, and Shinkansen trains between Hakata and Beppu stations, with reserved seats redeemable up to 6 times.
This pass comes with unlimited rides throughout the entire Kyushu area for three days. This pass can be used on trains in the Kyushu (Hakata-Miyazaki Airport stations) area, including Shimonoseki. Unlimited reserved and unreserved seats in local trains, limited express trains, and Shinkansen between Hakata - Kagoshima-Chuo stations, and Takeo-onsen - Nagasaki stations are included with this all-Kyushu pass.
The ticket provides unlimited rides in the Kyushu area for five days. This pass is valid on trains throughout Kyushu (Hakata-Miyazaki Airport stations), including Shimonoseki. This all-Kyushu pass includes unlimited reserved and unreserved seats on local trains, limited express trains, and Shinkansen between Hakata-Kagoshima-Chuo and Takeo-onsen-Nagasaki stations.
The ticket includes seven days of unrestricted riding throughout the Kyushu area. This pass is applicable on trains in Kyushu (Hakata-Miyazaki Airport stations), including Shimonoseki. This Kyushu pass covers unlimited reserved and unreserved seats on local trains, limited express trains, and the Shinkansen between Hakata-Kagoshima-Chuo and Takeo-onsen-Nagasaki stations.
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Buying your JR Kyushu Pass and activating it is fairly simple. Here’s an easy breakdown of the steps:
You'll receive your JR Kyushu Rail Pass voucher by email shortly after purchase.
Locate a JR Kyushu Rail Pass redemption counter at any JR Kyushu station.
Present your passport and the e-voucher to the staff at the redemption counter.
They'll help you exchange your voucher for a physical JR Kyushu Rail Pass and activate it for your chosen travel dates.
Additional info about booking JR Kyushu Passes:
The JR Kyushu Rail Pass is a budget-friendly travel essential designed for foreign visitors exploring Kyushu, Japan's southernmost island. It grants unlimited rides on a vast network of JR Kyushu trains, including bullet trains (except for the Sanyo Shinkansen heading towards Honshu), express trains, limited express trains, and local JR Kyushu lines within your chosen designated area (All Kyushu, Northern Kyushu, or Southern Kyushu).
Absolutely! The JR Kyushu Rail Pass is a cost-effective way to explore Kyushu. If you plan on taking multiple train journeys across Kyushu, especially longer distances, the pass can save you significant amounts on transportation costs. Think of it as unlocking Kyushu's diverse landscapes, charming towns, and bustling cities for one flat fee.
Unfortunately, the JR Kyushu Rail Pass does not cover travel on ferries or other transportation methods outside of the JR Kyushu train network.
The Kyushu pass unlocks train travel across the entire island, letting you explore a diverse range of destinations. Discover the bustling cityscapes of Fukuoka, delve into the historical richness of Kumamoto, and journey to Nagasaki, a city marked by resilience. Don't miss the Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima, or the hot springs in Beppu and Yufuin. This is just a glimpse of the countless Kyushu treasures you can uncover with your JR Kyushu Rail Pass!
Take a day trip to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine from Fukuoka, a significant Shinto shrine, or explore the historical and natural beauty of Yanagawa, a charming canal city. You can witness the majestic Takachiho Gorge from Kagoshima JR, a mystical natural wonder, or embark on a thrilling white-water rafting adventure down the Lower Gokase River.
The JR Kyushu Rail Pass does not cover travel on non-JR Kyushu lines, buses, airplanes, ferries, or other transportation methods. Additionally, it doesn't include limited express train seat reservations although these can be purchased separately at the JR Pass offices.
Unfortunately, lost JR Kyushu Rail Passes cannot be replaced or refunded. It is recommended to safely carry your JR Kyushu Pass.
JR Kyushu Rail Passes are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Absolutely! The JR Kyushu Rail Pass is designed for ease of use. Once activated, simply show your pass to train staff when boarding JR Kyushu trains within your designated area.
