Kerch to Berdyansk by ferry
Berdyansk lies 157 km (98 mi) north of Kerch, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 157 km (98 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 4 h 46 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kerch | Berdyansk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Ukraine |
| Population | 148,932 | 106,311 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Simferopol) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Port | Kerch Seaport Komysh-Burun | Port of Berdiansk |
Where to book ferries from Kerch to Berdyansk
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Staying in Berdyansk
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Common questions
How far is Berdyansk from Kerch?
157 km (98 mi) in a straight line, north of Kerch; by road roughly 192 km (119 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kerch to Berdyansk by ferry?
About 4 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kerch and Berdyansk?
No, both are on the same offset 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.