Tomakomai – Oarai

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Tomakomai – Oarai

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Ferry from Tomakomai to Oarai

MOL Ferry provides the ferry from Tomakomai to Oarai. Tomakomai Oarai ferries cost between £68 and £668, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Tomakomai Oarai ferries.

Tomakomai Oarai Ferry Times

The first Tomakomai Oarai ferry typically departs from Tomakomai at around 01:30. The last ferry usually departs at 18:45.

How long is the ferry from Tomakomai to Oarai?

The Tomakomai Oarai ferry trip can take around 19 hours 15 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 19 hours with MOL Ferry. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Tomakomai Oarai Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 11 weekly sailings from Tomakomai to Oarai provided by MOL Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.

Tomakomai Oarai Ferry Prices

Tomakomai Oarai ferry prices typically range between £68* and £668*. The average price is typically £200*. The cheapest Tomakomai Oarai ferry prices start from £68*. The average price for a foot passenger is £136*. The average price for a car is £458*.

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 Tomakomai to Oarai?

The distance between Tomakomai to Oarai is approximately 348.2 miles (560.4km) or 303 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Tomakomai Oarai ferry?

Yes, MOL Ferry ferries allow cars on board ferries between Tomakomai and Oarai. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Tomakomai and Oarai.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Tomakomai to Oarai?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with MOL Ferry ferries between Tomakomai and Oarai.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Tomakomai to Oarai?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Tomakomai to Oarai with MOL Ferry. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Tomakomai - Oarai Route summary
Departure Country Japan
Destination Country Japan
No. of Operators 1
Operators MOL Ferry
Average Price £149*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 9
Average Sailing Duration 19h 7m
Fastest Sailing Duration 19h 0m
First Ferry 01:30
Last Ferry 18:45
Distance 302 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Oarai Guide

Oarai Ferry Port

Oarai is a Japanese town located in the Higashiibaraki District, in the northern Kanto region. The only ferry route is supplied by MOL Ferry heading to Tomokomai, another Japanese town, and sails 12 times per week, lasting around 18 hours.

What is there to do in Oarai?

For anyone who loves their sea life, the Aqua World Ibaraki Prefectural Oarai Aquarium is one of the standout attractions in Oarai. Myriad of fascinating creatures are found swimming around the engaging tanks and enclosures, and to top it off, there are widely entertaining shows that are worth the entrance fee alone. Other than the aquarium, most of the worthwhile activities are found in the uniquely beautiful outdoors belonging to Oarai. The weather rarely changes all year round, as a result tourism is at a constant steady pace throughout all seasons, so the glorious beaches are never too busy regardless of the climate. If there is a slight boost in visitors, it’s at Sun Beach where the sea is perfect for bathing and the golden sands are littered with beach volleyball games and tourists relaxing in the sun. Away from the beaches, the Oarai Marine Tower provides spectacular views of the landscape, and is fairly easy to reach via car or taxi.

How do visitors get around Oarai?

The town is so small that is possible to access the entirety of it by foot, alternatively there are taxis and rental cars readily available.

Tomakomai to Oarai
Ferry Timetables

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

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
MOL Ferry 01:30 20:30 19 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
MOL Ferry 18:45 14:00 19 hours 15 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

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