Ferry to Scotland - Amsterdam-Newcastle
FERRY TO SCOTLAND
Board our impressive PRINCESS SEAWAYS and KING SEAWAYS ferries from Amsterdam to Newcastle, just a few miles from the border with Scotland. You enjoy yourself on board while your own vehicle is under deck - a holiday can hardly begin any more relaxed!
Daily Crossings
No baggage restrictions
Excellent onboard facilities
Incl. own vehicle almost overnight to the Scottish border (only 90 km)
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All times shown are in local time.
Please note that timetables may change subject to weather conditions.
Discover Scotland
From Newcastle, embark on an exciting journey into the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands with your own vehicle. Discover imposing castles and original whiskey distilleries or follow in the footsteps of the legends surrounding Nessi. The untouched, unique landscape will surely be remembered for a long time.
Our Routes to the UK
Amsterdam-Newcastle Ferry Crossings
Discover Scotland and Northern England with DFDS! Secure your 15% early bird discount now on your 2026 holiday journey with your own car.
15%
off 2026 sailings
Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings
Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.
From
€103
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings
Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.
From
€103
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings
Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.
From
€118
per car + 2 people, one way*
Travel Guides
GetYourGuide
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Edinburgh
With DFDS ferries to Newcastle, it couldn’t be easier to travel Scotland for a fantastic holiday, with Edinburgh just a couple of hours’ drive from the port.
Glasgow
Situated on the River Clyde, near to Scotland’s west coast, Glasgow is the largest city in the country and holds many charms for holidaymakers looking for a city break.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond is a true treat for lovers of the outdoors, with an incredible variety of geology, flora and wildlife to see.
Cairngorms
The Cairngorms National Park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, was voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world.
Experience DFDS
Spend a relaxing time aboard the ferry while saving miles on the freeway. On the way to your Scotland holiday you will experience a wide range of services on our ships: various restaurants and bars, entertainment, casino, cinema, Kidz 'Club and onboard shop.
Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator
We did it! We retained our titles as both Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator and the World’s Leading Ferry Operator again in 2025.
We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2025.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.
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