Niigata – Akita

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Niigata – Akita

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Ferry from Niigata to Akita

Shin Nihonkai Ferry provides the ferry from Niigata to Akita. Niigata Akita ferries cost around $46 and $279, 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 Niigata Akita ferries.

Ferry times from Niigata to Akita

Niigata Akita ferries typically depart at 22:30.

How long is the ferry from Niigata to Akita?

The Niigata Akita ferry trip can take around 6 hours 35 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Niigata Akita Ferry Operator Schedules

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

Ferry prices from Niigata to Akita

Niigata Akita ferry prices typically range between $46* and $274*. The average price is typically $147*. The cheapest ferries from Niigata to Akita start from $46*. The average price for a foot passenger is $88*. The average price for a car is $260*.

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 Niigata to Akita?

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

Can I travel by car on the Niigata Akita ferry?

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

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

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

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

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

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Niigata - Akita Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryJapan
Destination CountryJapan
No. of Operators1
OperatorsShin Nihonkai Ferry
Average Price$147
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration6 h 35 m
Fastest Sailing Duration6 h 35 m
First Ferry22:30
Last Ferry22:30
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 4/14/2025 and 4/20/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Shin Nihonkai Ferry 22:30 05:05 6 hours 35 minutes Tue, Thu, Sat

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