Akita – Niigata

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Akita – Niigata

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Ferry from Akita to Niigata

Shin Nihonkai Ferry provides the ferry from Akita to Niigata. Akita Niigata ferries cost around $87 and $261, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Akita Niigata ferries.

Ferry times from Akita to Niigata

Akita Niigata ferries typically depart at 08:35.

How long is the ferry from Akita to Niigata?

The Akita Niigata ferry trip can take around 6 hours 55 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Akita Niigata Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 5 weekly sailings from Akita to Niigata serviced by Shin Nihonkai Ferry. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Akita to Niigata

Akita Niigata ferry prices typically range between $87* and $262*. The average price is typically $142*. The cheapest ferries from Akita to Niigata start from $87*. The average price for a foot passenger is $90*. The average price for a car is $189*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type 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 Akita to Niigata?

The distance between Akita to Niigata is approximately 118 miles (189km) or 102 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Akita Niigata ferry?

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

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

Foot passengers can travel on the Akita to Niigata ferry with Shin Nihonkai Ferry.

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

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Akita to Niigata.
 

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Akita - Niigata Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryJapan
Destination CountryJapan
No. of Operators1
OperatorsShin Nihonkai Ferry
Average Price$142
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration6 h 55 m
Fastest Sailing Duration6 h 55 m
First Ferry08:35
Last Ferry08:35
Distance102 Nautical Miles

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

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Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 4/7/2025 and 4/13/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Shin Nihonkai Ferry 08:35 15:30 6 hours 55 minutes Mon, Thu, Sat

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