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Book a Niigata Ferry

Niigata ferry port in Japan offers ferries to Ryotsu, Otaru, Tomakomai Higashi, Akita & Tsuruga. With a selection of up to 85 sailings weekly, the port of Niigata connects Japan with Sado Island, Hokkaido, Japan & Fukui.

Sailing duration ranges from 18 hours 15 minutes on the Tomakomai Higashi service to 1 hour 7 minutes on the Ryotsu service.

Although there is a brief summary on this page, as sailing information can vary based on time of year we’d advise you to get live sailing times and prices in our Niigata fare search.

Port Address

Sado Kisen Terminal - 9 Bandaijima, Chuo Ward, Niigata, 950-0078, Japan

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  • Niigata Accommodation

    If you’re looking to spend a night at or near Niigata Ferry port before or after your trip or if you are looking for accommodation for your entire stay, please visit our Niigata Accommodation page for the best accommodation prices and one of the largest selections available online!

Niigata Ferry Services

Can you get a ferry from Niigata?

Shin Nihonkai Ferry & Sado Kisen provide ferries from Niigata, Japan. Niigata ferries sail about 10 times daily and 85 times weekly.

Where can I get a ferry from Niigata?

Niigata ferries sail to 5 ports; Ryotsu, Otaru, Tomakomai Higashi, Akita & Tsuruga connecting Japan with Sado Island, Hokkaido, Japan & Fukui.

How long is the ferry from Niigata?

Ferries sailing from Niigata take anywhere from 1 hour 7 minutes to 18 hours 15 minutes depending on the destination.  The most popular route from Niigata is Niigata Ryotsu, costing around $123.21 and sailing in 1 hour 7 minutes.

How much do ferries from Niigata cost?

Ferry price from Niigata depends on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.

Niigata Ryotsu - $123.21
Niigata Otaru - $384.61

Is there a car ferry from Niigata?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Niigata with Shin Nihonkai Ferry. For more information on routes and car ferry prices view our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Niigata?

Foot Passengers are allowed on ferries from Niigata. You can travel as a foot passenger from Niigata with Shin Nihonkai Ferry & Sado Kisen.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Niigata?

Currently you can not take your pet on ferries from Niigata.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Niigata?

Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Niigata. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Niigata include Shin Nihonkai Ferry. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.

Can I bring a bicycle on a ferry from Niigata?

Bicycles are allowed on ferries from Niigata with Shin Nihonkai Ferry. Most ferry operators allow bicycles on board, but it is always best to check policies regarding bringing bicycles on the ferry. Contact us for more information or view our Deal Finder for bicycle routes.

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