Chiba to Tokyo by ferry
Tokyo lies 40 km (25 mi) west of Chiba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 40 km (25 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 1 h 12 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Chiba | Tokyo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 979,768 | 9.7 million |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 44 m (144 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Chiba | Port of Tokyo |
Where to book ferries from Chiba to Tokyo
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Staying in Tokyo
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Common questions
How far is Tokyo from Chiba?
40 km (25 mi) in a straight line, west of Chiba; by road roughly 48 km (30 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chiba to Tokyo by ferry?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chiba and Tokyo?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tokyo?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.