Ships Overview - Newcastle to Amsterdam

Learn about our ships - Newcastle to Amsterdam

We have two fantastic 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. In early 2024, both ships went under major refurbishment, with renewed cabins and refreshed onboard public areas.

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 major renovations in 2006, 2017 and 2024. King Seaways hosts a wide range of restaurants, bars, a café, Duty Free shop, two cinemas, 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, 2017 and 2024

View King Seaways Deck Plan

Princess Seaways

Built in 1986 this impressive ship was renovated in 2006, 2017 and 2024. Princess Seaways can accommodate over 1,200 guests and 600 cars. The ship has fantastic onboard facilities, including bars, restaurants, cinemas, a Duty Free shop, a café, and children's entertainment.

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, 2017 and 2024

View Princess Seaways Deck Plan

King Seaways

Disabled Cabins: Four outside cabins and two inside cabins - entrance door width 90 cm
Lifts: Suitable for normal sized wheelchairs
Two lifts from deck 6 to 7, measuring 108 cm x 144 cm - entrance door width 87 cm
Two twin lifts measuring 107 cm x 143 cm - entrance door width 90 cm
Disabled Toilet Facilities: Wheelchair-accessible public toilet on deck 9 - entrance door width 100 cm
Restricted Areas: Deck 5 has no lift access. Access to open decks for wheelchairs is on deck 10. Sky bar on deck 12 is only accessible by outside staircase.
Disabled access available on/off ship

Princess Seaways

Disabled Cabins: Two outside cabins and two inside cabins - entrance door width 88cm
Lifts: Suitable for normal sized wheelchairs
Two lifts from deck 5 to 6, measuring 108 cm x 144 cm - entrance door width 87 cm
Two twin lifts measuring 107 cm x 143 cm - entrance door width 85 cm
Disabled Toilet Facilities: In wheelchair accessible cabins only
Restricted Areas: Deck 4 has no lift access
Disabled access available on/off ship

Onboard Experience

North Sea Bistro - Newcastle to Amsterdam

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.

Sleeping

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

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.

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.

Family Travel

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

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2025 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.

To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.

Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.

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