
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

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
Onboard Experience

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.