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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Colchester to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Amsterdam will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £75.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Colchester for Amsterdam every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 29 May the direct ferries cover the 277 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
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.
23:008h00Colchester7:00Amsterdam£751One-way0 changes- 8:007h15Colchester15:15Amsterdam£841One-way0 changes
- 22:008h00Colchester6:00Amsterdam£841One-way0 changes
- 9:007h15Colchester16:15Amsterdam£871One-way0 changes
- 9:007h15Colchester16:15Amsterdam£871One-way0 changes
- 8:007h15Colchester15:15Amsterdam£841One-way0 changes
- 23:008h00Colchester7:00Amsterdam£751One-way0 changes
- 22:008h00Colchester6:00Amsterdam£841One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Colchester to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £25, and a ferry costs an average of £54.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (277 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Colchester to Amsterdam Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Colchester to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Amsterdam ferries for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:00 Colchester | 8h00 | 6:00 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:00 Colchester | 8h00 | 7:00 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 29 May | |||||
| 8:00 Colchester | 7h15 | 15:15 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Colchester | 7h15 | 16:15 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £25 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 149 nautical miles (277 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (277 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Colchester to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between Colchester to Amsterdam with Stena Line for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Colchester to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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.
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