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Kobe to Kishiwada by ferry

Kishiwada lies 30 km (19 mi) south-east of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

The sea distance is about 30 km (19 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 55 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.

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The two ends, side by side
KobeKishiwada
CountryJapanJapan
Population1.5 million205,561
Elevation35 m (115 ft)8 m (26 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)
PortPort of KobePort of Hannan
Postal codes701-1201–761-4146571-0002

Where to book ferries from Kobe to Kishiwada

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Staying in Kishiwada

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Common questions

How far is Kishiwada from Kobe?

30 km (19 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Kobe; by road roughly 37 km (23 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Kishiwada by ferry?

About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kobe and Kishiwada?

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

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.