Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Hong Kong, China to Lon Shui Terminal, China. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
258.1 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
2.2 days
at 5 knots
Under Power
26 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
November-March
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 258.1 nautical miles
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This map shows the direct sea route from Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 110% longer than the 123 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to west-northwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
258.1 nm (478 km)
Direct line
122.9 nm110% longer
Great-circle bearing
136° (southeast)
Geographic extent
1.7° × 2.4°
Crossing
Domestic · Same region
From
Hong Kong (China) 22.3193, 114.1694
To
Lon Shui Terminal (China) 20.8333, 115.6833
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn2.2 days
8 kn32 hours
10 kn26 hours
12 kn22 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal Route

Linking Hong Kong and Lon Shui Terminal, this multi-day coastal within one country crossing between two major harbours sits in the Southeast Asia region — a passage shaped by Strait of Malacca traffic density and shifting tidal currents.

The lane links Hong Kong (China) and Lon Shui Terminal (China), between neighbouring ports of the same region.

Navigation Tips

  • •A multi-day coastal within one country passage in the Southeast Asia region typically requires planning for Strait of Malacca traffic density and shifting tidal currents.
  • •A multi-day coastal leg in Southeast Asia benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
  • •Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, since rules vary by port.
  • •Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Southeast Asia.
  • •Documentation requirements differ for within one country passages between neighbouring ports of the same region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal by sea?

Approximately 258.1 nautical miles separate Hong Kong and Lon Shui Terminal by sea, making this a multi-day coastal leg in Southeast Asia.

How long does it take to sail from Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal?

Expect about 1.1 days – 2.2 days for a multi-day coastal run of 258.1 nautical miles between neighbouring ports of the same region.

What's the best time to sail from Hong Kong to Lon Shui Terminal?

Peak sailing season here is November-March; year-round, Southeast Asia routes contend with Strait of Malacca traffic density and shifting tidal currents.

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