Ferries from
Japan to Kyushu
Ferries from
Japan to Kyushu
There are 42 ferry routes. Ferries from Naha to Yoron Island and Kagoshima to Naze are popular ferry trips from Japan to Kyushu. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Japan to Kyushu sail approximately 27 times per week and are provided by Marue Ferry.
Japan to Kyushu ferry time ranges between 4 hours 50 minutes and 19 hours 40 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Japan to Kyushu is in 4 hours 50 minutes on the Naha to Yoron Island ferry with Marue Ferry.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Japan to Kyushu with Marue Ferry.
The distance between Japan and Kyushu is 61 miles (97km) and 53 nautical miles.
Japan to Kyushu ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Naha to Yoron Island ferry ferry sails approximately 4 times weekly with a crossing time of 4 hours 50 minutes.
Kagoshima to Naze ferry ferries sail about 4 times weekly with a sailing time of 11 hours.
For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From NahaJapan |
To Yoron IslandKyushu |
Average price£36.11 | |
From YokosukaJapan |
To ShinmojiKyushu |
Average price£248.39 | |
From MotobuJapan |
To Yoron IslandKyushu |
Average price£44.00 |
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