This guide is for fans flying to Fukuoka for concerts and sports events, and it covers how to get from Fukuoka Airport to Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka (known as PayPay Dome). We compare the subway, bus, regular taxi, and NearMe, and also cover how to handle two common headaches for out-of-town trips: luggage and the post-event crowds.

In short, if cost is your top priority, the subway (¥300) is the best value. If you have luggage or want to avoid walking to the dome, we recommend NearMe. Regular taxis are 20% off with advance booking, and up to 50% off if a shared ride is matched. If you’re traveling in a group of 1–3, airport transfers or regular taxis with shared rides are more affordable than a standard regular taxi.

*The information in this article is current as of October 2026. Fares and travel times are estimates and may change.

Basic Information on Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka

Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka is the home stadium of the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, and it hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, including concerts and exhibitions. The former names “Fukuoka Dome” and “Yahoo Auction Dome” refer to the same place.

• Address: 2-2-2 Jigyohama, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
• Nearest station: Tojinmachi Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line (about 12–15 minutes on foot, approx. 1.2 km)
• Bus stop: “PayPay Dome-mae” (Nishitetsu Bus)

You can also walk to the dome from Nishijin Station (about 17 minutes on foot) or Ohori Koen Station (about 20 minutes on foot), in addition to Tojinmachi Station.

Comparing Ways to Get from Fukuoka Airport to PayPay Dome

Fukuoka Airport is close to the city center, so none of the options takes an extremely long time.

Method	Estimated fare	Estimated travel time	Recommended for
Subway + walking	¥300	About 30–35 min (about 15 min on foot from the station)	Those who want to prioritize cost
Bus (Nishitetsu Bus)	¥440	About 36–40 min	Those who want to walk less from the station
Regular taxi	About ¥4,500 (expressway tolls extra)	About 20 min	Those with a lot of luggage or traveling in a group
NearMe (airport transfer)	From ¥980/person (fares vary by area in Chuo-ku and Hakata-ku, Fukuoka)	Varies depending on the shared ride route	Groups of 1–3, those with a lot of luggage, those who don’t want to transfer

The exact NearMe (airport transfer) fare to the dome is shown when you book. Fares vary depending on the date, time, and conditions.

Subway + Walking

This is the standard route that most people use. Because it isn’t affected by road congestion, it’s a reliable choice even for events with a fixed start time.

1. From the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal, head to Fukuoka Airport Station underground (it connects directly to the terminal’s basement level).
2. Take the Airport Line subway to Tojinmachi Station (about 17 minutes, ¥300).
3. From Exit 3 of Tojinmachi Station, walk along the main road toward the sea.
4. You’ll reach the dome after about 1.2 km, or about 15 minutes on foot.

On event days, signs and guide staff are placed along the way, so it’s easy to find your way even on your first visit.

Bus

If you’d rather not walk from a station, there’s also a bus with no transfers. From the South Bus Stop at the Fukuoka Airport Domestic Terminal, take a Nishitetsu Bus (such as Route 139, bound for the dome area) and get off at “PayPay Dome-mae.”

• Fare: ¥440 one way
• Travel time: About 36–40 minutes

The dome entrance is right in front of the bus stop. However, on event days, traffic restrictions and congestion around the dome may cause delays.

Regular Taxi

The regular taxi stand is just outside the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal. You can usually get a taxi without waiting. The ride takes about 20 minutes, and the estimated fare is around ¥4,500. Taking the urban expressway gets you there a little faster, but expressway tolls are charged separately.

NearMe (Airport Transfer) | Door-to-Door, Luggage Included

NearMe (airport transfer) connects the airport directly to designated locations such as your hotel or the area around the dome, with no transfers.

• In Chuo-ku and Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, shared rides start from ¥980 per person (fares vary by area; the fare to the dome can be checked when you book)
• One suitcase is free. Oversized luggage is +¥500 per item
• Children are half the adult fare, and infants are free
• Discounts include an early-bird discount (book up to 14 days before your ride), a share discount, and a group discount (up to about 70% off per person as the group grows)
• Private fixed-fare hire cars from Fukuoka Airport start from ¥7,980 per vehicle

New bookings are accepted until 6:00 p.m. the day before your ride, in principle. After you book, you’ll hear whether your request is accepted within 24 hours, and your pickup time and vehicle are confirmed by 6:00 p.m. the day before.

NearMe Regular Taxi | 20% Off with Advance Booking, Up to 50% Off with Shared Rides

NearMe’s regular taxi service has operated in 14 cities and towns in Fukuoka Prefecture, including Fukuoka City and Kitakyushu City, since July 30, 2026. You can also use it to travel to and from event venues.

Rides between PayPay Dome and major stations are 20% off with advance booking. In addition, if a shared ride is matched, you get up to 50% off.

Sample Fares Between PayPay Dome and Major Stations

Pickup/drop-off point (to PayPay Dome)	Estimated regular fare	Estimated advance-booking fare (20% off)
Tenjin Station	About ¥2,600	About ¥2,100
Hakata Station	About ¥5,800	About ¥4,700
Fukuoka Airport Domestic Terminal	About ¥6,500	About ¥5,200
Fukuoka Airport International Terminal	About ¥7,000	About ¥5,600

Fares are estimates and vary depending on the date, time, and conditions. Please check the booking page for discount conditions and eligible periods. A shared ride is matched when other bookings heading in the same direction come together. A match is not guaranteed.

How to Book

1. Apply on the dedicated website at least 1 hour before your ride.
2. You’ll receive an email at least 5 hours before your pickup time telling you whether a vehicle can be dispatched. For same-day bookings, you’ll hear back within 30 minutes of booking.
3. At your pickup time, board the taxi.

Payment is by credit card.

For Getting Home After the Event

After concerts and sporting events, long lines can form at the ticket gates of Tojinmachi Station, and queues for regular taxis can form around the dome. If you book in advance, it’s easier to avoid waiting in the regular taxi queue after the event. Concert end times can be hard to predict. If your plans might change, check the cancellation conditions when you book.

Which Option to Choose by Group Size and Situation

Situation	Recommended	Why
From Fukuoka Airport, keeping costs down	Subway	¥300. Not affected by traffic
From Fukuoka Airport, with luggage (1–3 people)	NearMe (airport transfer)	From ¥980/person in Chuo-ku and Hakata-ku. Door-to-door
From Fukuoka Airport, 4 or more people	Airport transfer group discount, or private hire	Group discount of up to about 70% off per person. Private hire from ¥7,980 per vehicle
Heading to the airport at a set time	NearMe regular taxi	20% off with advance booking. Up to 50% off with shared rides
Heading to your hotel or a major station after the event	NearMe regular taxi (advance booking)	Easier to avoid the regular taxi queue after the event

Sample Itinerary for an Out-of-Town Trip | 2 Days, 1 Night

Day 1 | From Fukuoka Airport to the Dome

1. Arrive at Fukuoka Airport.
2. Take an airport transfer to your hotel or the area around the dome. Your luggage goes straight into the car. Alternatively, take the subway to Tojinmachi Station.
3. Enjoy the event.
4. After the event, take a regular taxi you booked in advance to your hotel or a major station.

Day 2 | From Your Hotel to Fukuoka Airport

1. Check out of your hotel.
2. Take an airport transfer or a regular taxi to Fukuoka Airport.

Tips for the Day of the Event

• Aim to arrive at least 1 hour before the start time. That also gives you time to find your seat, buy merchandise, and enjoy stadium food.
• If you head to the station right after the event ends, you’ll get caught in the peak crowds. The trick is to stagger your timing a bit by browsing the shops inside the dome or savoring the afterglow.
• Leaving your luggage in a coin locker at the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal or near Hakata Station or Tenjin Station lets you move around lightly.

Heading to Fukuoka? We Recommend NearMe!

*The photo is for illustration purposes. Actual vehicles vary by area.

On an out-of-town trip for an event, your concerns split into two parts: “getting from Fukuoka Airport” and “getting home after the event.” With “NearMe,” you can use airport transfers and regular taxis as the situation calls for.

Overview

NearMe is a fixed-fare transfer service that picks you up directly from places like your home or hotel and takes you to the airport. It has served over 1.5 million cumulative bookings (October 2019 to September 2026) and has a ride satisfaction rating of 4.6/5.0.

• Airport transfer: Shared rides from ¥980/person in Chuo-ku and Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
• Regular taxi: Rides between PayPay Dome and major stations are 20% off with advance booking, and up to 50% off when a shared ride is matched

How to Get an Even Better Deal

• Early-bird discount: Book up to 14 days before your ride for a discounted fare
• Share discount: Get a discounted fare when you have fellow riders, or when your date, time, and route make it easy to find them
• Group discount: Up to about 70% off per person as the group grows
• Children are half the adult fare, and infants are free
• One suitcase is free, and oversized luggage is +¥500 per item
• Earn ANA, JAL, Starflyer, UA, and EVA miles when you use a shared ride
• If your flight is delayed or canceled, the airport transfer cancellation fee is waived

NearMe Is Recommended for

• Those who want to travel from Fukuoka Airport to the dome or their hotel with their luggage
• Those traveling in a group of 1–3 who want a more affordable ride than a standard regular taxi
• Those who want to avoid the regular taxi queue after the event
• Those who want to book in advance and have their plans set
• Those traveling with friends in a group of 4 or more who want to ride together

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How do I get from Fukuoka Airport to PayPay Dome?

A. By subway, it takes about 17 minutes (¥300) from Fukuoka Airport Station to Tojinmachi Station, plus about 15 minutes on foot from the station. By bus, it takes about 36–40 minutes (¥440) on a Nishitetsu Bus from the South Bus Stop at the domestic terminal. By regular taxi, it takes about 20 minutes and costs around ¥4,500. With NearMe (airport transfer), you can get there with no transfers.

Q. Are Fukuoka Dome and PayPay Dome the same place?

A. They are the same facility. The official name is “Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka,” and its former names are “Fukuoka Dome” and “Yahoo Auction Dome.”

Q. What is the nearest station to PayPay Dome?

A. It’s Tojinmachi Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line, about 12–15 minutes on foot. You can also walk from Nishijin Station (about 17 minutes) or Ohori Koen Station (about 20 minutes).

Q. How much cheaper is NearMe’s regular taxi?

A. Rides between PayPay Dome and major stations are 20% off with advance booking. For example, from the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal to the dome, the regular fare of about ¥6,500 becomes about ¥5,200. If a shared ride is matched, you get up to 50% off.

Q. What’s the best way to get around if I’m traveling in a group of 1–3?

A. From the airport, we recommend an airport transfer where you can choose a shared ride. Between the dome and major stations, a regular taxi with shared rides is affordable. If cost is your top priority, the subway is the best value.

Q. Can I book a regular taxi for after the event?

A. You can apply for NearMe’s regular taxi on the dedicated website at least 1 hour before your ride. You’ll receive an email at least 5 hours before your pickup time telling you whether a vehicle can be dispatched.

Q. How far in advance can I book NearMe (airport transfer)?

A. New bookings are accepted until 6:00 p.m. the day before your ride, in principle. After you book, you’ll hear whether your request is accepted within 24 hours, and your pickup time and vehicle are confirmed by 6:00 p.m. the day before.

Q. Where can I store my luggage?

A. You can store it in coin lockers at the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal or near Hakata Station or Tenjin Station. With NearMe (airport transfer), one suitcase rides in the car for free.

Summary

From Fukuoka Airport to PayPay Dome, the subway is a cheap and reliable option at about 30–35 minutes and ¥300. If you have luggage or want to avoid walking to the dome, NearMe (airport transfer) (from ¥980 in Chuo-ku and Hakata-ku, Fukuoka) is convenient. For getting home after the event, we recommend NearMe’s regular taxi, which is 20% off with advance booking and up to 50% off if a shared ride is matched.

If you’re traveling in a group of 1–3, airport transfers and regular taxis with shared rides are more affordable than a standard regular taxi. For your trip to Fukuoka, please use NearMe as the situation calls for.