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Kobe – Shodo Island

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Kobe – Shodo Island

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Ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island

Depending on the season their are usually 3 daily and 22 weekly sailings between Kobe and Shodo Island. Jumbo Ferry provides the ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island. Kobe Shodo Island ferries cost between $28 and $136, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Kobe to Shodo Island?

The earliest Kobe Shodo Island ferry typically departs Kobe at about 01:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 19:20.

How long is the ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island?

Ferries from Kobe to Shodo Island sail in around 3 hours 20 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 3 hours 20 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Kobe Shodo Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 22 weekly sailings from Kobe to Shodo Island provided by Jumbo Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost from Kobe to Shodo Island?

The price of a ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island typically range between $28* and $134*. On average the Kobe Shodo Island ferry is $49*. The cheapest Kobe Shodo Island ferry prices start from $28*. The average price for a foot passenger is $43*. The average price for a car is $192*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Kobe to Shodo Island?

The distance between Kobe to Shodo Island is approximately 66 miles (106km) or 57 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island with a car?

Yes, Kobe Shodo Island ferries allow cars onboard with Jumbo Ferry between Kobe and Shodo Island. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Kobe and Shodo Island use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Kobe to Shodo Island?

Jumbo Ferry allow foot passengers on Kobe Shodo Island ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Kobe to Shodo Island?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Kobe to Shodo Island.

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Kobe - Shodo Island Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryOsaka
Destination CountryShodoshima
No. of Operators1
OperatorsJumbo Ferry
Average Price$49
Average Daily Sailings3
Average Weekly Sailings22
Average Sailing Duration3 h 20 m
Fastest Sailing Duration3 h 20 m
First Ferry01:00
Last Ferry19:20
Distance57 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

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Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Jumbo Ferry 01:00 07:30 6 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Jumbo Ferry 08:15 11:35 3 hours 20 minutes Everyday
Jumbo Ferry 11:20 14:40 3 hours 20 minutes Mon, Sun
Jumbo Ferry 13:00 16:20 3 hours 20 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Jumbo Ferry 19:20 22:40 3 hours 20 minutes Mon, Sun

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