Kumamoto to Sasebo by ferry
Sasebo lies 99 km (61 mi) north-west of Kumamoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 99 km (61 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 3 h. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Kumamoto | Sasebo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 738,907 | 243,223 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Kumamoto | Port of Sasebo |
Where to book ferries from Kumamoto to Sasebo
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Staying in Sasebo
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Common questions
How far is Sasebo from Kumamoto?
99 km (61 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kumamoto; by road roughly 120 km (75 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo by ferry?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kumamoto and Sasebo?
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.