Otaru – Niigata

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Otaru – Niigata

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Ferry from Otaru to Niigata

Shin Nihonkai Ferry provides the ferry from Otaru to Niigata. Otaru Niigata ferries cost between £62 and £446, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Otaru Niigata ferries.

Otaru Niigata Ferry Times

Otaru Niigata ferries typically depart at 17:00.

How long is the ferry from Otaru to Niigata?

The Otaru Niigata ferry trip can take around 16 hours 15 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Otaru Niigata Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 5 weekly sailings from Otaru to Niigata provided by Shin Nihonkai Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.

Otaru Niigata Ferry Prices

Otaru Niigata ferry prices typically range between £62* and £446*. The average price is typically £203*. The cheapest Otaru Niigata ferry prices start from £62*. The average price for a foot passenger is £114*. The average price for a car is £294*.

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 April 25.

How far is it from Otaru to Niigata?

The distance between Otaru to Niigata is approximately 309.0 miles (497.3km) or 269 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Otaru Niigata ferry?

Yes, Shin Nihonkai Ferry ferries allow cars on board ferries between Otaru and Niigata. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Otaru and Niigata.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Otaru to Niigata?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Shin Nihonkai Ferry ferries between Otaru and Niigata.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Otaru to Niigata?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Otaru to Niigata.

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Otaru - Niigata Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationHokkaido
DestinationJapan
No. of Operators1
OperatorsShin Nihonkai Ferry
Average Price£203
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration16 h 15 m
Fastest Sailing Duration16 h 15 m
First Ferry17:00
Last Ferry17:00
Distance269 Nautical Miles

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

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Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Shin Nihonkai Ferry 17:00 09:15 16 hours 15 minutes Wed, Fri, Sun

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