Ishinomaki to Sakata by ferry
Sakata lies 137 km (85 mi) north-west of Ishinomaki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 137 km (85 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 4 h 9 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Ishinomaki | Sakata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 140,151 | 100,273 |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Ishinomaki | Port of Sakata |
Where to book ferries from Ishinomaki to Sakata
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Staying in Sakata
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Common questions
How far is Sakata from Ishinomaki?
137 km (85 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ishinomaki; by road roughly 167 km (104 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ishinomaki to Sakata by ferry?
About 4 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ishinomaki and Sakata?
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.