Kitakyushu to Shimonoseki by ferry
Shimonoseki lies 14 km (9 mi) north-east of Kitakyushu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 14 km (9 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 26 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Kitakyushu | Shimonoseki | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 940,978 | 265,684 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kitakyushu | Port of Kanmon |
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Common questions
How far is Shimonoseki from Kitakyushu?
14 km (9 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kitakyushu; by road roughly 17 km (11 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kitakyushu to Shimonoseki by ferry?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kitakyushu and Shimonoseki?
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 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.