Ferries from
Kyushu to Japan
Ferries from
Kyushu to Japan
There are 43 ferry routes. Ferries from Shinmoji to Yokosuka and Yoron Island to Naze are popular ferry trips from Kyushu to Japan. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Kyushu to Japan sail approximately 27 times per week and are provided by Marue Ferry.
Kyushu to Japan ferry time ranges between 4 hours 50 minutes and 20 hours 50 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Kyushu to Japan is in 4 hours 50 minutes on the Yoron Island to Naha ferry with Marue Ferry.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Kyushu to Japan with Marue Ferry.
The distance between Kyushu and Japan is 61 miles (97km) and 53 nautical miles.
Kyushu to Japan ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Shinmoji to Yokosuka ferry ferry sails approximately 6 times weekly with a crossing time of 20 hours 50 minutes.
Yoron Island to Naze ferry ferries sail about 3 times weekly with a sailing time of 8 hours 20 minutes.
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 ShinmojiKyushu |
To YokosukaJapan |
Average price£190.36 | |
From Yoron IslandKyushu |
To NazeJapan |
Average price£58.68 | |
From WadomariKyushu |
To NazeJapan |
Average price£45.72 |
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