
Ships Overview - Newcastle to Amsterdam
Learn about our ships - Newcastle to Amsterdam
We have two ships on our Newcastle to Amsterdam route – KING SEAWAYS and PRINCESS SEAWAYS.
The ships on this route are called cruise ferries as they boast a huge range of facilities and entertainment options to ensure you have an enjoyable crossing.
We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and are proud to have been named the World’s Best Ferry Operator and Europe's Leading Ferry Operator.

King Seaways
Built in 1987, this ship went through a major renovation in 2006 and has a wide range of restaurants, shops, bars, cafés, two cinemas, casino and children’s entertainment.
Technical Details:
- Length/Width: 163m x 28m
- Cars: 600
- Cruising Speed: 21 Knots
- Engine Output: 19,880 kW
- Passengers: 1325
- Year built: 1987
- Cabins: 522
- Renovated: 2006

Princess Seaways
Built in 1986 this impressive ship was renovated in 2006 and has room for over 1,200 guests and 600 cars. The crew onboard are there to make your crossing memorable and enjoyable.
Technical Details:
- Length/Width: 163m x 28m
- Cars: 600
- Cruising Speed: 21 Knots
- Engine Output: 19,600 kW
- Passengers: 1250
- Year built: 1986
- Cabins: 478
- Renovated: 2006
Onboard Experience

Championing the Seas!
We're elated to announce that DFDS has been named the World's Leading Ferry Operator 2023 at the prestigious World Travel Awards – our 13th consecutive win!
This accolade cements our commitment to providing unparalleled experiences for our passengers and reflects the hard work of our exceptional team members who are dedicated to ensuring each voyage is as exceptional as the next.
To each and every one of our valued customers, we extend our deepest gratitude. Your continued support and trust in our services has been the anchor of our success.