Zhoushan to Danshui by ferry
Danshui lies 541 km (336 mi) south of Zhoushan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 541 km (336 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 16 h 23 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Zhoushan | Danshui | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Taiwan |
| Population | 882,932 | 189,271 |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) |
| Port | Shenjiamen | Liukuaicuo Fishing Port |
What changes when you arrive in Danshui
Crossing from China into Taiwan: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (TWD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +886; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book ferries from Zhoushan to Danshui
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Staying in Danshui
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Book a hotel in Danshui
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Common questions
How far is Danshui from Zhoushan?
541 km (336 mi) in a straight line, south of Zhoushan; by road roughly 660 km (410 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zhoushan to Danshui by ferry?
About 16 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhoushan and Danshui?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Danshui?
The Dollar (TWD).
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.