Ryotsu
Niigata
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Ryotsu Niigata Ferries

The Ryotsu Niigata ferry route connects Sado Island with Japan and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Sado Kisen service runs up to 5 times per day with a sailing duration of around 2 hours 30 minutes while the Sado Kisen Jetfoil service runs up to 5 times per day with a duration from 1 hour 7 minutes.

So that’s a combined 10 sailings on offer per day on the Ryotsu Niigata route between Sado Island and Japan. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Sado Island to Japan page.
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Ryotsu - Niigata Route summary
Departure Country Japan
Destination Country Japan
No. of Operators 2
Operators Sado Kisen & Sado Kisen Jetfoil
Average Price 152 €*
Average Daily Sailings 10
Average Weekly Sailings 67
Average Sailing Duration 1h 48m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 7m
First Ferry 05:30
Last Ferry 19:30
Distance 38 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Ryotsu to Niigata?

    The approximate duration for ferries from Ryotsu to Niigata is 1h 48m. Durations can vary by operator and season.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Ryotsu to Niigata?

    2 popular ferry companies travel from Ryotsu to Niigata. These ferry companies are
    • Sado Kisen
    • Sado Kisen Jetfoil
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Ryotsu to Niigata?

    Book Ryotsu to Niigata tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ryotsu to Niigata?

    Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Ryotsu to Niigata with
    • Sado Kisen
    • Sado Kisen Jetfoil
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Ryotsu to Niigata?

    Yes, you can travel with a car from Ryotsu to Niigata with the following operators
    • Sado Kisen
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Ryotsu to Niigata?

    Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on this ferry service.

Ryotsu to Niigata Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Sado Kisen 05:30 08:00 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 07:20 08:27 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 09:15 11:45 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 09:40 10:47 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 11:15 12:22 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 12:45 15:15 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 14:35 15:42 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 16:05 18:35 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen Jetfoil 16:25 17:32 1 hour 7 minutes Everyday
Sado Kisen 19:30 22:00 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
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