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Tokyo to Nishio by ferry

Nishio lies 257 km (159 mi) west of Tokyo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

The sea distance is about 257 km (159 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 7 h 47 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.

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TokyoNishio
CountryJapanJapan
Population9.7 million169,984
Elevation44 m (144 ft)9 m (30 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)
PortPort of TokyoPort of Higashi-Hazu

Where to book ferries from Tokyo to Nishio

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Common questions

How far is Nishio from Tokyo?

257 km (159 mi) in a straight line, west of Tokyo; by road roughly 313 km (195 mi).

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Nishio by ferry?

About 7 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Tokyo and Nishio?

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

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.