Kitakyushu to Seogwipo by ferry
Seogwipo lies 403 km (250 mi) west of Kitakyushu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 403 km (250 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 12 h 13 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kitakyushu | Seogwipo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | South Korea |
| Population | 940,978 | 178,552 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 69 m (226 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Port | Port of Kitakyushu | Moseulpo Port |
What changes when you arrive in Seogwipo
Crossing from Japan into South Korea: money changes from the Yen to the Won (KRW); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +82; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Where to book ferries from Kitakyushu to Seogwipo
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Staying in Seogwipo
Live rooms and prices for Seogwipo are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Seogwipo
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Seogwipo from Kitakyushu?
403 km (250 mi) in a straight line, west of Kitakyushu; by road roughly 492 km (305 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kitakyushu to Seogwipo by ferry?
About 12 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kitakyushu and Seogwipo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Seogwipo?
The Won (KRW).
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.