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Niigata Ryotsu Ferry

The Niigata Ryotsu ferry route connects Japan with Sado Island and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Sado Kisen service runs up to 5 times per day with a sailing duration of around 2 hours 30 minutes while the Sado Kisen Jetfoil service runs up to 10 times per day with a duration from 1 hour 7 minutes.

So that’s a combined 15 sailings on offer per day on the Niigata Ryotsu route between Japan and Sado Island. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Japan to Sado Island page.
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Niigata - Ryotsu Route summary
Departure Country Japan
Destination Country Japan
No. of Operators 2
Operators Sado Kisen & Sado Kisen Jetfoil
Average Price £174*
Average Daily Sailings 14
Average Weekly Sailings 102
Average Sailing Duration 1h 34m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 7m
First Ferry 06:00
Last Ferry 19:30
Distance 38 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    The ferry crossing time from Niigata to Ryotsu is approximately 1h 48m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

  • How much is the ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    Niigata to Ryotsu ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu is £126.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Niigata to Ryotsu?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Niigata to Ryotsu. These are
    • Sado Kisen
    • Sado Kisen Jetfoil

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    Book ferries from Niigata to Ryotsu through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Niigata to Ryotsu with
    • Sado Kisen
    • Sado Kisen Jetfoil

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Niigata to Ryotsu with
    • Sado Kisen

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Niigata to Ryotsu?

    No, pets are not permitted onboard the ferries.

  • How far is Ryotsu from Niigata?

    The distance between Niigata to Ryotsu is approximately 38 nautical Miles.

Niigata to Ryotsu Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 04/12/2023 and 10/12/2023


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Sado Kisen 06:00 08:30 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 07:55 09:02 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 09:25 11:55 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 11:30 12:37 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 12:35 15:05 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 15:30 16:37 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 16:00 18:30 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 19:30 22:00 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
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