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.
| Kobe | Kishiwada | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 205,561 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kobe | Port of Hannan |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 571-0002 |
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
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.