Kumamoto to Nobeoka by ferry
Nobeoka lies 95 km (59 mi) east of Kumamoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 95 km (59 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 2 h 52 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kumamoto | Nobeoka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 738,907 | 119,521 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kumamoto | Nobeoka new Port |
Where to book ferries from Kumamoto to Nobeoka
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Staying in Nobeoka
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Common questions
How far is Nobeoka from Kumamoto?
95 km (59 mi) in a straight line, east of Kumamoto; by road roughly 115 km (72 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Nobeoka by ferry?
About 2 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kumamoto 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.