Karatsu to Kitakyushu by ferry
Kitakyushu lies 93 km (58 mi) north-east of Karatsu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 93 km (58 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 2 h 50 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Karatsu | Kitakyushu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 117,663 | 940,978 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Yobuko Port | Port of Kitakyushu |
Where to book ferries from Karatsu to Kitakyushu
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Staying in Kitakyushu
Our booking partner lists 82 places to stay in Kitakyushu. Of the 68 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (40). Across 48 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 32,568 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Kitakyushu
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Common questions
How far is Kitakyushu from Karatsu?
93 km (58 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Karatsu; by road roughly 114 km (71 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu by ferry?
About 2 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karatsu and Kitakyushu?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kitakyushu?
Our booking partner lists 82 places to stay in Kitakyushu, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.