Affordable travel to Scotland

By ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle
Scotland is the perfect country for a beautiful road trip! You will drive through breathtaking landscapes via narrow winding roads. Did you know that Scotland is only an hour's drive from Newcastle?
Get ready for a carefree crossing with DFDS from IJmuiden to Newcastle and benefit from a 20% discount. With no baggage limit, you can pack everything you need for the ultimate adventure.
Daily Crossings
Duty-Free Shopping
Tip: choose a departure day from Sunday to Wednesday for the best rates!
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Please note that timetables may change subject to weather conditions.
Taking the ferry to Scotland
If you want to go on holiday to Scotland with your own car, the ferry to Newcastle is ideal! Make the crossing part of your trip and experience comfort, space and relaxation on board.
During the crossing you will not be bored, because there are several restaurants, a nightclub and various bars with live music, a cinema, a casino and the SeaShop with great Duty Free offers. We advise you to book both dinner and breakfast before departure. In fact, your holiday starts as soon as the ferry leaves, after which you can start your Scottish adventure well rested the next morning.
Our packages

14-Day Classic Scotland
During this extensive 14-day round trip you get the chance to discover the most beautiful spots in Scotland, including the Highlands, Loch Ness, Edinburgh and much more.

10-Day Scenic Scotland
Discover Scotland's breathtaking landscape on this 10-day tour. Perfect for motorcyclists, this tour takes you on narrow, winding roads through breathtaking scenery, but it's also worth exploring by car!

7-Day Highlights of Scotland
Discover Scotland in just 7 days, visiting its breathtaking highlights! Our tour includes stops in Edinburgh, Peebles, Perthshire, and Glasgow.

7-day Verborgen zuiden van Schotland
The Scottish Lowlands are a hidden gem full of enchanting landscapes, rich history and unique experiences.
Onboard Experience

Duty Free Shopping
Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.

Food & Dining
Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Amsterdam and Newcastle.

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

Entertainment
Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Newcastle, 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.

Ship Overview
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All DFDS European Ferry Crossings
DFDS - the World’s Leading Ferry Operator - offers multiple ferry routes from popular European ports in Europe to the UK, as well as routes in Scandinavia and across the Baltic Sea.
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