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 available with Marue Ferry.
The ferry from Japan to Kyushu takes between 4 hours 50 minutes and 19 hours 40 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Japan to Kyushu is on the Naha to Yoron Island ferry with Marue Ferry in 4 hours 50 minutes.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Japan to Kyushu with Marue Ferry.
There are approximately 61 miles (97km) and 53 nautical miles between Japan and Kyushu.
The price of a ferry from Japan to Kyushu can differ 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.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From NahaJapan |
To Yoron IslandKyushu |
Average price$48.56 | |
From YokosukaJapan |
To ShinmojiKyushu |
Average price$334.02 | |
From MotobuJapan |
To Yoron IslandKyushu |
Average price$59.17 |
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