Nishio to Handa by ferry
Handa lies 11 km (7 mi) west of Nishio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 11 km (7 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 20 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Nishio | Handa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 169,984 | 117,884 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Higashi-Hazu | Port of Kinuura |
| Postal codes | 682-0145–969-6244 | 315-0133–945-0812 |
Where to book ferries from Nishio to Handa
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Staying in Handa
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Common questions
How far is Handa from Nishio?
11 km (7 mi) in a straight line, west of Nishio; by road roughly 13 km (8 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nishio to Handa by ferry?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nishio and Handa?
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.