Fukuoka to Nobeoka by ferry
Nobeoka lies 162 km (101 mi) south-east of Fukuoka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 162 km (101 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 4 h 55 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Fukuoka | Nobeoka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.6 million | 119,521 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Hakata | Nobeoka new Port |
Where to book ferries from Fukuoka to Nobeoka
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Staying in Nobeoka
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Common questions
How far is Nobeoka from Fukuoka?
162 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Fukuoka; by road roughly 198 km (123 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Nobeoka by ferry?
About 4 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fukuoka and Nobeoka?
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.