Matsuyama – Kure

Ferry to Hiroshima

Matsuyama – Kure

Latest Offers

View all Special Offers

Ferry from Matsuyama to Kure

The Matsuyama Kure ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Setonaikai Kisen & Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry. Matsuyama Kure ferries take around 1 hour 55 minutes. The ferry costs between £24 and £97, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Matsuyama to Kure.

Matsuyama Kure Ferry Times

The first Matsuyama Kure ferry typically departs from Matsuyama at around 06:20. The last ferry usually departs at 20:10.

How long is the ferry from Matsuyama to Kure?

The Matsuyama Kure ferry trip can take around 1 hour 55 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 57 minutes with Setonaikai Kisen. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Matsuyama Kure Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 87 weekly sailings from Matsuyama to Kure provided by Setonaikai Kisen & Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.

Setonaikai Kisen provide 24 sailings weekly. Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry provide 64 sailings weekly.

Matsuyama Kure Ferry Prices

Matsuyama Kure ferry prices typically range between £24* and £97*. The average price is typically £48*. The cheapest Matsuyama Kure ferry prices start from £24*. The average price for a foot passenger is £48*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated October 25.

How far is it from Matsuyama to Kure?

The distance between Matsuyama to Kure is approximately 19.4 miles (31.2km) or 17 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Matsuyama Kure ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Matsuyama and Kure.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Matsuyama to Kure?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Setonaikai Kisen & Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry ferries between Matsuyama and Kure.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Matsuyama to Kure?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Matsuyama to Kure.

Why use Direct Ferries?

Sail everywhere

More routes than anyone else.

Sail everywhere

Sail cheaper

Compare fares, times & routes in one place.

Sail flexibly

Change plans easily with flexi tickets.

Sail flexibly

Sail smart

Book e-tickets & manage trips in-app.

Sail informed

Live ship tracking & real-time updates.

Sail informed

Sail confidently

Top-rated customer support when you need it.

Matsuyama - Kure Ferry Route summary
OriginEhime
DestinationHiroshima
No. of Operators2
OperatorsSetonaikai Kisen & Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry
Average Price£48
Average Daily Sailings13
Average Weekly Sailings87
Average Sailing Duration1 h 55 m
Fastest Sailing Duration57 m
First Ferry06:20
Last Ferry20:10
Distance17 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 October 2025.

Matsuyama to Kure Ferry Most Popular Questions

Matsuyama to Kure
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 29/09/2025 and 05/10/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 06:25 08:20 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 08:25 10:20 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen 08:50 09:47 57 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 09:35 11:30 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 11:05 13:00 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen 11:50 12:47 57 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 12:15 14:10 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 14:15 16:10 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 15:20 17:15 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen 15:40 16:37 57 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 16:50 18:45 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 18:05 20:00 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen 18:50 19:47 57 minutes Everyday
Setonaikai Kisen Car Ferry 20:10 22:05 1 hour 55 minutes Everyday

The quickest way to make & manage your booking

Download our app today
Download our app Download now
App download QR code Scan to download
A woman using her mobile phone

Customer Service

Visit our customer service page to find useful information on travelling by ferry, our FAQs, and how to contact us for help with your booking

Need help?

Let's keep in touch

Exclusive deals delivered to your inbox