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OsakaHanda

Osaka to Handa by ferry

Handa lies 132 km (82 mi) east of Osaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

The sea distance is about 132 km (82 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 4 h 1 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.

OsakaHanda

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The two ends, side by side
OsakaHanda
CountryJapanJapan
Population2.8 million117,884
Elevation4 m (13 ft)1 m (3 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)
PortPort of OsakaPort of Kinuura
Postal codes017-0292–981-1596315-0133–945-0812

Where to book ferries from Osaka to Handa

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Common questions

How far is Handa from Osaka?

132 km (82 mi) in a straight line, east of Osaka; by road roughly 162 km (100 mi).

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Handa by ferry?

About 4 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Osaka and Handa?

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

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.