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Yantai → Incheon

An overnight ferry from Yantai, the Shandong port city near Penglai, to Incheon on the 32,729-ton Xin Xiang Xue Lan.

⏱ 13h 30m – 15h 30m🚢 1 operator📅 Three sailings a week each way
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Yantai to Incheon ferry at a glance

The ferry from Yantai to Incheon takes 13h 30m – 15h 30m across the Yellow Sea, operated by Hanjoong Ferry. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: three sailings a week each way.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.

Sources: icpa.or.kr · How we verify

Return crossing: Incheon to Yantai

Hanjoong Ferry also sails Incheon to Yantai, taking 13h 30m – 15h 30m. From Incheon the ferry sails Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 19:00, arriving in Yantai at 09:30 local time.

Yantai to Incheon ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Yantai departures Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 19:00

Published departure times

  • 19:00

Return: From Incheon the ferry sails Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 19:00, arriving in Yantai at 09:30 local time.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: Incheon Port Authority international ferry guide (Yantai route). Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Yantai and Incheon

📐 249 Nautical Miles
Yantai⇄Incheon
⏱ 13h 30m – 15h 30m · 📐 249 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Hanjoong FerryAbout 13h 30m eastbound; about 15h 30m westboundXin Xiang Xue Lan

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

249 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Incheon’s International Passenger Terminal is in Songdo, Yeonsu-gu
  • Meals on board follow the local time of the departure country (dinner from 18:00, breakfast from 07:00)

Tips for the Yantai to Incheon Crossing

  • Cabins are four-berth First, two-berth Special and VIP suites

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Yantai to Incheon?
The crossing typically takes 13h 30m – 15h 30m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Yantai to Incheon ferry sail?
Yantai departures Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 19:00. This is the pattern published in the Incheon Port Authority international ferry guide (Yantai route) (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Yantai to Incheon?
Hanjoong Ferry operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Yantai to Incheon ferry?
No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
Can I take the Yantai to Incheon ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Yantai to Incheon ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Yantai from Incheon by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 249 nautical miles (roughly 461 km).