How long does it take to get to Amsterdam by ferry?

It takes approximately 16 hours on an overnight crossing from Newcastle to get to Amsterdam by ferry.

Can you get a ferry from UK to Amsterdam?

Yes, you can get a ferry from UK to Amsterdam. DFDS run daily ferry crossings between Newcastle and Amsterdam.

Where do you get the ferry to Amsterdam?

You can take the DFDS overnight ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam which runs daily.

Are ferries running from Netherlands to UK?

A daily, overnight crossing runs from IJmuiden in the Netherlands to Newcastle, in the north east of England.

Ferry Crossings

Newcastle - Amsterdam

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NEWCASTLE TO AMSTERDAM FERRY CROSSING

Sail to Amsterdam 7 days a week, on an overnight crossing from Newcastle. Spend the night in a private, en suite cabin and enjoy a meal onboard. You can even take your car on our ferry to Amsterdam and explore Europe at your own pace.

Change of plans? Our Travel Guarantee offers free rebooking on travel taken before 31 December 2021.

We’re committed to providing a safe and relaxing way to travel to the Continent, which is why we've introduced various measures for your wellbeing, and a temporary dining concept onboard.

To book more than one vehicle, click here.

No baggage restrictions

Enjoy a meal onboard

Overnight crossings

Travel with or without your vehicle

Pricing is per person, one way, based on 4 sharing an inside cabin

Excellent onboard facilities

Pet friendly

Travel Guarantee - free rebooking on crossings taken before 31 Dec 2021

Explore More

Explore Europe as you please on our ferries to Amsterdam from the UK with your car, caravan, motorbike, motorhome or bicycle. From our port near Amsterdam you’ll find convenient motorway links to Belgium, Germany, France and beyond.

Our port in Holland is within a short drive of some of Europe’s best holiday destinations. You can get to Rotterdam in under an hour, Brussels and Bruges in under 3 hours or Cologne and the Rhine Valley in 3 hours, making a ferry to Holland the perfect way to explore Europe.

Download our itinerary for holiday inspiration.

The Great Outdoors Roadtrip

About Holland

With routes through some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe, travelling around Holland is a pleasure. Expect vast bulb fields, long sandy beaches and tranquil countryside.

Whether you take a mini break to Amsterdam, or travel to fascinating destinations like Haarlem, Rotterdam or The Hague, each has its own unique sense of culture and history. The sheer diversity of the country means that no matter what you're looking for, you'll find it in Holland.

Explorer's Kitchen

Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.

North Sea Bistro

North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.

À la carte dining is unavailable until 31 March 2021.

Coffee Crew Café

Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.

Onboard Experience

Food & Dining

Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Newcastle and Amsterdam.

À la carte dining is unavailable until 31 March 2021.

Commodore Cabin Onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Sleeping

Our range of en suite cabins provide accommodation to suit every taste and budget on a ferry between the UK and Holland.

Drinks in the bar onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Entertainment

Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Amsterdam, or simply relaxing with a drink in hand.

Duty Free Shopping at Sea

Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.

Family Travel

Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.

Ship Overview

Discover everything there is to know about King Seaways and Princess Seaways.

All DFDS Ferry Routes

DFDS has one of the largest ferry networks in Europe, with routes operating to Denmark, Norway, mainland Europe and even the Baltic regions, including major cities such as Amsterdam, Calais and Dunkirk. Travel with your car and open the gateway to Europe with DFDS.

View all of our available routes here.

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Award Winning Ferry Crossings

We are Europe's Leading Ferry Operator 2012-2020 and the World's Leading Ferry Operator 2011-2020!

Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.

NEWCASTLE TO AMSTERDAM FERRY CROSSING​​