Hiroshima to Kure by ferry
Kure lies 22 km (13 mi) south-east of Hiroshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 22 km (13 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 39 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Hiroshima | Kure | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 214,592 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 102 m (335 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Hiroshima | Port of Kure |
| Postal codes | 061-1122–944-0002 | 689-4403–789-1301 |
Where to book ferries from Hiroshima to Kure
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Staying in Kure
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Common questions
How far is Kure from Hiroshima?
22 km (13 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Hiroshima; by road roughly 26 km (16 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Kure by ferry?
About 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hiroshima and Kure?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
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.