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KaratsuŌmuta

Karatsu to Ōmuta by ferry

Ōmuta lies 64 km (40 mi) south-east of Karatsu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

The sea distance is about 64 km (40 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 1 h 56 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.

KaratsuŌmuta

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KaratsuŌmuta
CountryJapanJapan
Population117,663131,974
Elevation7 m (23 ft)15 m (49 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)
PortYobuko PortPort of Miike

Where to book ferries from Karatsu to Ōmuta

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Staying in Ōmuta

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Common questions

How far is Ōmuta from Karatsu?

64 km (40 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Karatsu; by road roughly 78 km (48 mi).

How long does it take to get from Karatsu to Ōmuta by ferry?

About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Karatsu and Ōmuta?

No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.