Fukuoka to Hōfu by ferry
Hōfu lies 117 km (73 mi) north-east of Fukuoka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 117 km (73 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 3 h 33 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Fukuoka | Hōfu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.6 million | 116,925 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Hakata | Port of Mitajiri-Nakanoseki |
Where to book ferries from Fukuoka to Hōfu
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Staying in Hōfu
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Common questions
How far is Hōfu from Fukuoka?
117 km (73 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Fukuoka; by road roughly 143 km (89 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Hōfu by ferry?
About 3 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fukuoka and Hōfu?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
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.