How to travel from Yokohama to Gotō Islands, Japan
The distance between Yokohama and Gotō Islands is around 1,114km (692 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Yokohama to Gotō Islands by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Gotō Islands → Yokohama if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Fukue (FUJ).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost¥32,035($235)
+ 2 others4 similiar routes
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Bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal, ferry
Take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and then to Sasebo then take a ferry to Arikawa.
- Duration20h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥24,370($180)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train to Shin-Osaka, ferry
Take the train to Shin-Osaka then Shin-Tosu and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki) then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥39,565($290)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Nagasaki then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration15h 15m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥25,600($185)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yokohama and Gotō Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yokohama to Gotō Islands by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around ¥24,370 ($180) and will take around 20h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥32,035 ($235).
The distance between Yokohama and Gotō Islands is around 1,114km (692 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,040km (646 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Yokohama and Gotō Islands by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Yokohama to Gotō Islands is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ¥32,035 ($235).
The cheapest way to travel between Yokohama and Gotō Islands is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥24,370 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yokohama and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yokohama and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yokohama and Gotō Islands. Flights depart from Tokyo Haneda (HND) and arrive at Fukue (FUJ) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 2h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Yokohama to Gotō Islands. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yokohama to Gotō Islands typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Tokyo Haneda (HND) and and arrive into Fukue (FUJ).
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 Yokohama to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Nagasaki (NGS) then take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 5hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yokohama to Gotō Islands is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ¥33,675 ($245).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yokohama and Gotō Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 3h 35m | ¥32,035($235) | every 10 mins | 1,114km (692 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 5hrs | ¥33,675($245) | 4 times a day | 1,135km (705 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Ferry | 6h 20m | ¥29,435($215) | 4 times a day | 1,268km (788 miles) |
| Fly to Saga (HSG), train and ferry | 6h 30m | ¥40,385($295) | 4 times a day | 1,170km (727 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Ferry | 6h 40m | ¥36,415($265) | 4 times a day | 1,185km (736 miles) |
Bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal, ferry + 1 similar | 20h 25m | ¥24,370($180) | once daily | 1,368km (850 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 20h 40m | ¥31,075($225) | once daily | 1,374km (854 miles) |
Train to Shin-Osaka, ferry + 1 similar | 8h 55m | ¥39,565($290) | 4 times a day | 1,316km (818 miles) |
| Train and Ferry | 8h 55m | ¥38,605($280) | 4 times a day | 1,321km (821 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 15h 15m | ¥25,600($185) | 4 times a day | 1,329km (826 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yokohama and Gotō Islands
Airlines
Solaseed Air
Oriental Air Bridge
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Bus companies
Sotetsu Bus
JR Bus Kanto
Kintetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Train operators
Keisei Skyliner
Keisei Railways
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