Osaka – Busan
Ferries to South Korea
Osaka – Busan
Ferries to South Korea
There are approximately 2 weekly sailings from Osaka to Busan. This ferry crossing is available with
The Osaka Busan ferry typically departs from Osaka at around 15:00.
The average duration of a Osaka Busan ferry is around 19h 0m. The fastest sailings are approximately 19h 0m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average, there are around 2 weekly ferry sailings from Osaka to Busan. These sailings are provided by Panstar Cruise. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Osaka Busan ferry prices typically range between $161.2* and $644.85*. The average price is typically $323.32*. The cheapest Osaka Busan ferry prices start from $156.96*. The average price for a foot passenger is $323.32*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Osaka and Busan is approximately 441.4 miles (710.3km) or 383.5 nautical miles.
Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Osaka and Busan.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Osaka and Busan with Panstar Cruise. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Currently, you can not bring your pets on ferries from Osaka to Busan.
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| Osaka - Busan Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Japan | |
| Destination Country | South Korea | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Panstar Cruise | |
| Average Price | A$325* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 19h 0m | |
| First Ferry | 15:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Distance | 383 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Osaka is the capital city of the Osaka Prefecture, located on the south coast of Japan. It’s the second largest metropolitan city belonging to Japan, with weekly 45 hour crossings to Shanghai with Shanghai Ferries providing the gateway to China.
The Port of Busan is the largest in South Korea, handling some of the highest amounts of cargo in the world each year. It is situated at the mouth of the Nakton River, on the south-eastern tip of the Korean Peninsula. The city is home to almost four million people, making it the second largest in South Korea. However, Busan is more than just a port. Haeundae Beach attracts thousands of visitors from all over the country, thanks to its long stretch of pristine sand and the variety of excellent restaurants. The Port of Busan is an important gateway to southern Japan, with frequent sailings provided to Osaka, Hakata (Fukuoka) and Shimonoseki.
