The cheapest and fastest ferries from Hoek van Holland to Harwich
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 4 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Hoek van Holland to Harwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hoek van Holland to Harwich will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £89.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Hoek van Holland for Harwich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 18 Dec the direct ferries cover the 195 km distance in an average of 11 h 4 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 16 h 45 m 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.
Stena Line
Stena Line
Princess Seaways
Stena Line
Stena Line
Princess SeawaysHoek van Holland to Harwich Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Hoek van Holland to Harwich ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Hoek van Holland to Harwich ferries for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:00 Hoek van Holland | 9h30 | 05:30 Harwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Hoek van Holland to Harwich
Ferries from Hoek van Holland to Harwich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £64 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 105 nautical miles (195 km) distance in 6h 30m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Hoek van Holland to Harwich are available to foot passengers.



Distance 105 nautical miles (195 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 6h 30m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS from Hoek van Holland to HarwichYou can travel by ferry between Hoek van Holland to Harwich with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS for as low as £64. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
P&O Ferries
DFDS
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FAQs: Hoek van Holland to Harwich ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hoek van Holland to Harwich 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 Harwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Hoek van Holland, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Harwich International Port, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Hoek van Holland and Harwich
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 07:00-21:00
- Free WiFi
- Unicum Restaurant (0.3km)
- Eetcafé de Bonte Koe (0.5km)
- Grand Café Restaurant Aan Zee (0.9km)
- Main companies are Rotterdamse Taxi Centrale (RTC) and St. Job Taxi.
- Free
- Bus 711, stop: Hoek van Holland Haven
- 06:00 - 22:00
- Saturday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi
- The Waterfront Harwich (0.6km)
- The Alma Inn & Dining Rooms (0.8km)
- The Pier Hotel (0.9km)
- Main companies are Harwich Taxis and Dovercourt Taxis.
- Free
- Bus line 20/20A, Harwich International Station
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