Ferries from
South Korea to Japan
Ferries from
South Korea to Japan
Ferries from South Korea to Japan sail approximately 11 times per week and are available with Panstar Cruise, Camellia Line & Pukwan Ferry.
The ferry from South Korea to Japan takes between 10 hours 45 minutes and 17 hours 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
Yes, ferries from South Korea to Japan operate all year-round, with more sailings during the summer and slightly reduced schedules in the low season.
The fastest ferry from South Korea to Japan is on the Busan to Shimonoseki ferry with Pukwan Ferry in 10 hours 45 minutes.
No, you are currently not able to take your car on the ferry from South Korea to Japan.
There are approximately 140 miles (225km) and 122 nautical miles between South Korea and Japan.
The price of a ferry from South Korea to Japan can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
Tickets for the South Korea to Japan ferry start from as low as $66.91. However, please note that prices are subject to change depending on when you decide to travel.
The Busan to Hakata (Fukuoka) ferry ferry sails approximately 6 times weekly with a crossing time of 11 hours 30 minutes.
The Busan to Osaka ferry sails around 3 times per week with an average crossing time of 17 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.
Yes, there are 3 ferry route from South Korea to Japan that provide cabins. These include Busan to Hakata (Fukuoka), Busan to Osaka & Busan to Shimonoseki.
The price of a cabin on the South Korea to Japan ferry ranges from $44.50 and $1,157.56, with an average price of $183.38. Please note that prices may vary depending on the type of cabin you book.
Yes, you can take a day trip from South Korea to Japan but only on certain ferry routes. Day trips from South Korea to Japan are possible on the Busan to Tsushima ferry with Panstar Cruise, which takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Please check exact schedules to work out your Japan day trip itinerary.
Ferries from South Korea to Japan provide a wide range of modern facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Whether you’re traveling on the Queen Beetle ferry, the JR Kyushu Beetle, or larger overnight ferries operating between South Korea and Japan, you can expect amenities such as spacious seating, air-conditioned lounges, onboard cafés, duty-free shopping, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and panoramic viewing areas. Some South Korea to Japan ferries even include private cabins, restaurants, showers, and baggage services, making them ideal for longer crossings.
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Leaving Busan's fish markets behind, the crossing to Japan lands at Hakata Port in Fukuoka, with Kyushu's coastline coming into view as you approach. From the terminal, Canal City Hakata's shops and canals are a short taxi ride away, and Fukuoka Castle's ruins offer good views over the city. Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine, a little further out, is one of Japan's most important Shinto sites and well worth the detour, while an evening at a riverside yatai food stall for tonkotsu ramen is the classic way to mark the first night after the crossing. Ohori Park's Japanese garden and the nearby Fukuoka Tower round out an easy first day, and Nagasaki is a scenic train ride further south for those continuing on.
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