Boat from the Netherlands to England
By ferry from the Netherlands to England
Planning a trip to the British Isles? Then traveling by boat from the Netherlands to England is an excellent option. On this page, you'll find all the information about our ferry crossings from the Netherlands to England. DFDS sails daily from IJmuiden to Newcastle. Traveling to England from the Netherlands by boat offers a relaxing experience. During the crossing, you'll sleep in a private cabin, ensuring you arrive at your destination well-rested. What's more, your holiday begins the moment you step on board.
Our ferry routes from the Netherlands to England
Our ferry routes between the Netherlands and England are suitable for all types of vehicles. You can easily bring your own car, campervan, or motorcycle on board. Pedestrians and cyclists also enjoy our crossings, as they offer a relaxed and comfortable journey from the Netherlands to England. The British Isles are perfect for beautiful bike rides and walks through the North York Moors National Park. If you board the ferry to England from the Netherlands without a vehicle, there are plenty of opportunities to travel by train or bus. If you bring your own car, motorcycle, or campervan, the possibilities are endless, and you have complete freedom to discover England's most beautiful places. In addition to our ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle in the north, we sail to Dover in the south via Dunkirk and Calais in France.
Useful information for your crossing from the Netherlands to England
The crossing from the Netherlands to England takes place daily. You depart from IJmuiden at 5:30 PM and arrive in Newcastle the next morning around 9:15 AM. The ferry between the Netherlands and England therefore takes approximately 16 hours to cross the North Sea. The distance between the Netherlands and England by boat is approximately 480 kilometers. Check-in is possible up to 45 minutes before departure. On board the Netherlands-England ferry service, you can enjoy excellent facilities, such as a restaurant and a cozy bar. For a good film, you can go to the cinema, and attractive discounts on items like perfumes can be found in duty-free. As soon as you set foot in England, you must set your clock back one hour. To travel to England, you not only need a valid passport but also first apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization).
Crossing from the Netherlands to England by car
If you want to travel to England with your own car, you'll have to cross the North Sea. The DFDS Netherlands-England ferry is an excellent option for this. If you're planning to go camping, for example, it's a great advantage to bring your own car. You can transport as much luggage as you like. A driving holiday in England gives you complete freedom to discover the beauty of the English countryside at your own pace. After crossing from the Netherlands to England with your car on board, stunning national parks await you near Newcastle, such as the North York Moors, Norththumberland, and the Lake District. Prefer to visit a city? Besides the vibrant city of Newcastle, Liverpool and York are also within easy reach. If you take the ferry from France to Dover, a visit to Canterbury, in addition to London, is definitely worthwhile.
