Kobe to Marugame by ferry
Marugame lies 136 km (85 mi) west of Kobe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 136 km (85 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 4 h 7 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kobe | Marugame | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 109,513 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kobe | Port of Marugame |
| Postal codes | 701-1201–761-4146 | 870-0122 |
Where to book ferries from Kobe to Marugame
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Staying in Marugame
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Common questions
How far is Marugame from Kobe?
136 km (85 mi) in a straight line, west of Kobe; by road roughly 166 km (103 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kobe to Marugame by ferry?
About 4 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kobe and Marugame?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.