Sakata to Chiba by ferry
Chiba lies 370 km (230 mi) south of Sakata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 370 km (230 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 12 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Sakata | Chiba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 100,273 | 979,768 |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Sakata | Port of Chiba |
| Postal codes | 289-1754–979-1504 | 427-0001 |
Where to book ferries from Sakata to Chiba
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Staying in Chiba
Our booking partner lists 96 places to stay in Chiba. Of the 78 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (48), and 3 are five-star. Across 46 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 55,467 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Chiba
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Common questions
How far is Chiba from Sakata?
370 km (230 mi) in a straight line, south of Sakata; by road roughly 451 km (280 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sakata to Chiba by ferry?
About 11 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sakata and Chiba?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chiba?
Our booking partner lists 96 places to stay in Chiba, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 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.