How to travel from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands, Japan
The distance between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands is around 99km (62 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 1h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands by ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Gotō Islands → Nagasaki if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry
Take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration1h 50m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥7,530($55)
Multiple ferry operators
Ferry to Arikawa
Take a ferry to Arikawa.
- Duration2h 10m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost¥4,790($35)
Multiple ferry operators
Ferry to Fukue
Take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration3h 35m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost¥3,695($27)
Kyuushuu Shosen
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands by ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around ¥3,695 ($27) and will take around 3h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥7,530 ($55).
The distance between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands is around 99km (62 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 97km (60 miles)
It takes around 1h 50m to get from Nagasaki and Gotō Islands by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands is to take a ferry which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx ¥7,530 ($55).
The cheapest way to travel between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands is to take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥3,695 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 1h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 1h 50m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands. The ferry typically takes around 1h 50m and departs on demand.
Kyuushuu Shosen run the ferry services between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands. Ferries run on demand and take around 1h 50m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 1h 50m.
The closest major airport to Gotō Islands is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 1h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nagasaki to Gotō Islands is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around ¥7,530 ($55).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nagasaki and Gotō Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry | 1h 50m | ¥7,530($55) | 4 times a day | 119km (74 miles) |
Ferry to Arikawa | 2h 10m | ¥4,790($35) | every 20 mins | 99km (62 miles) |
Ferry to Fukue | 3h 35m | ¥3,695($27) | every 20 mins | 119km (74 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nagasaki and Gotō Islands
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Airports near Gotō Islands
The following major airports near Gotō Islands offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 125km (78 miles) from Gotō Islands
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Gotō Islands