Kagoshima to Naha by ferry
Naha lies 658 km (409 mi) south-west of Kagoshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 658 km (409 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 19 h 56 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kagoshima | Naha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 595,049 | 317,625 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kagoshima | Port of Naha |
Where to book ferries from Kagoshima to Naha
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Staying in Naha
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Common questions
How far is Naha from Kagoshima?
658 km (409 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kagoshima; by road roughly 802 km (499 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kagoshima to Naha by ferry?
About 19 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kagoshima and Naha?
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.