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Edinburgh Castle

City Trips to England and Scotland

Fancy a weekend or a few days away? England and Scotland are closer than you think! Combine two pleasant evenings on board with a wonderful city trip. How about a city trip to Edinburgh, Glasgow, York or London? Moreover, you can easily combine a Newcastle city trip with a concert or football match.

England and Scotland city trips

Sunset view of the Gateshead Millennium Bridge in Newcastle

Ferry Crossing Amsterdam-Newcastle

Visit the vibrant city of Newcastle in northern England. Book your city break with DFDS, including ferry crossings and hotel accommodations.

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England short breaks

Take advantage of one of our crossings from Calais & Dunkirk to Dover and enjoy what England has to offer

DE - Lake District Package Holiday - 2nd Box - Lake District

Short break in the Lake District

Experience picturesque walks and boat trips in the heart of northern England in Windermere, Keswick and Grasmere. Choose your holiday package including ferry and hotel accommodation!

Our Routes to the UK

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Amsterdam-Newcastle Ferry Crossings

Discover more of Scotland or Northern England for less in 2026. Book your IJmuiden - Newcastle crossing before March 3rd and receive a 15% discount!

Dunkirk - Dover Hero (including FR 25 years)
From
€103
per car + up to 4 people, one way*

Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings

Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.

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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.

Dieppe - Newhaven promo
From
€118
per car + 2 people, one way*

Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings

Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.

WTA - World's Leading Ferry Operator 2025

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

And nominated again in 2025... but we need your help!  

While we wait to hear the results of the European award, you can already help us secure the World title too. 

It only takes a couple of minutes, but your vote could make all the difference. Click below to cast your vote for DFDS as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator at the 2025 World Travel Awards. Thank you!  

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