Fukuoka to Mokpo by ferry
Mokpo lies 394 km (245 mi) west of Fukuoka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 394 km (245 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 56 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Fukuoka | Mokpo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | South Korea |
| Population | 1.6 million | 268,402 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 48 m (157 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) |
| Port | Port of Hakata | Port of Mokpo |
What changes when you arrive in Mokpo
Crossing from Japan into South Korea: money changes from the Yen to the Won (KRW); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +82; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Where to book ferries from Fukuoka to Mokpo
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Staying in Mokpo
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Common questions
How far is Mokpo from Fukuoka?
394 km (245 mi) in a straight line, west of Fukuoka; by road roughly 481 km (299 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Mokpo by ferry?
About 11 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fukuoka and Mokpo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mokpo?
The Won (KRW).
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.