Xiamen to Macau by ferry
Macau lies 528 km (328 mi) south-west of Xiamen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 528 km (328 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 16 h. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Xiamen | Macau | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Macao |
| Population | 4.6 million | 649,335 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Macau) |
| Port | Port of Xiamen | Ká-Hó Port |
What changes when you arrive in Macau
Crossing from China into Macao: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Pataca (MOP); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +853; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book ferries from Xiamen to Macau
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Staying in Macau
Our booking partner lists 97 places to stay in Macau. Of the 95 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (43), and 43 are five-star. Across 70 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 37,013 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Macau
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Macau from Xiamen?
528 km (328 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xiamen; by road roughly 644 km (400 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xiamen to Macau by ferry?
About 16 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xiamen and Macau?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Macau?
The Pataca (MOP).
Where can I stay in Macau?
Our booking partner lists 97 places to stay in Macau, 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 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.