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Busan Osaka Ferry

The Busan Osaka ferry route connects South Korea with Japan. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Panstar Cruise. The crossing operates up to 3 times each week with sailing durations from around 19 hours.

Busan Osaka sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from South Korea to Japan page.
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Busan - Osaka Route summary
Departure Country South Korea
Destination Country Japan
No. of Operators 1
Operators Panstar Cruise
Average Price $228*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 19h 0m
First Ferry 15:00
Distance 383 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 Busan to Osaka?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Busan to Osaka is approximately 19h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Busan to Osaka?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Busan to Osaka and this is
    • Panstar Cruise
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Busan to Osaka?

    Ferries from Busan to Osaka are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Busan to Osaka?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Busan to Osaka with
    • Panstar Cruise
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Busan to Osaka?

    No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Busan to Osaka?

    Unfortunately, pets are not permitted onboard this ferry service so please look for alternative routes which accommodate pets.

Busan Guide

The port city of Busan is South Korea’s largest terminal and the second most populous city behind the capital, Seoul. There are sailings to the Japanese cities of Hakata and Osaka from the port with Panstar Cruise, Camellia Line and JR Kyushu Jet Ferry.

What is there to do in Busan?
With rugged mountains and sandy beaches, Busan is situated in the heart of beautiful landscape. The city itself has a huge amount on offer, not just stunning vistas, with hot springs, sensational seafood, chic bars and cafes and plenty of museums and cultural sights for you to enjoy. Beomeosa and Yonggungsa temples give visitors a chance to experience Korean culture, whilst the aquarium and Taejongdae Resort Park offer fun days out. There’s something for everyone.

What about the transport links?
With the city containing over three and half million people, transport is not an issue. There is a subway service, bus routes and national railway as well as Gimhae International Airport in close proximity. Many of the links stop right outside the terminal.

What services does the port provide?
The Port of Busan is an important gateway to the south of Japan. There are daily sailings to Hakata, taking three hours with JR Jyushu Jet Ferry and eleven and a half hours with Camellia Line. There are also three weekly sailings to Osaka, supplied by Panstart Cruise. This journey take nineteen hours.


Busan to Osaka Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/25/2024 and 3/31/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Panstar Cruise 15:00 10:00 19 hours Mon, Wed, Fri
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