The cheapest and fastest ferries from Basildon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Basildon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basildon to Amsterdam will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £84.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Basildon for Amsterdam every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 27 Feb the direct ferries cover the 316 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight and ferry for Basildon to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basildon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 170 nautical miles (316 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basildon to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to Amsterdam ferries for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:00 Basildon | 8h00 | 07:00 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Basildon to Amsterdam
Ferries from Basildon to Amsterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 170 nautical miles (316 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week.
Distance 170 nautical miles (316 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
FAQs: Basildon to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to Amsterdam by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

