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Great North Museum: Hancock
Major museum on Roman Britain, Hadrian’s Wall, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a grand Victorian building.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£0.01
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£102
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 h 45 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
2
Distance
496 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from IJmuiden to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from IJmuiden to Newcastle will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £0.01.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 ferries from IJmuiden to Newcastle, including 2 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 496 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from IJmuiden to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £93, while a ferry costs an average of £252.
Distance: 267 nautical miles (496 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£252 Average Price | £143 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 39m Average total duration 16h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 23h 37m Average total duration 23h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from IJmuiden to Newcastle:
A coach is £50 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from IJmuiden to Newcastle costing on average £143.
A coach is £159 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle costing on average £252.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Ferry takes on average 16h 39m.
Coach takes on average 23h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for IJmuiden to Newcastle ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFDS Seaways | 17:30 Amsterdam (Felison Terminal) | 16h45 | 9:15 Newcastle Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from IJmuiden to Newcastle run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £0.94 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 267 nautical miles (496 km) distance in 16h 45m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from IJmuiden to Newcastle are available to foot passengers.

Distance 267 nautical miles (496 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.94 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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Major museum on Roman Britain, Hadrian’s Wall, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a grand Victorian building.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill on the Quayside, showing modern exhibitions and strong river views.
Large museum covering Newcastle’s industrial heritage, transport, science and local life, spread across historic riverside buildings.
Historic quayside promenade with bridges, public art and river views. A top area for walks, photography and city atmosphere.
Elegant Georgian street known for its sweeping curve, theatres, shops and architecture in the heart of the city centre.
Deep wooded valley with riverside paths, stepping stones and varied walking routes linking Jesmond with open green space.
A stottie is a dense round bread from Tyneside, often filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a classic local lunch found across Newcastle.
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury spread, traditionally served with ham or in a stottie. It is a long-standing North East comfort food.
Pan haggerty is a baked North East dish of potatoes, onions and cheese. It is prized for its simple hearty flavour and mining-region roots.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting on Queen Street. A strong choice for a special meal in Newcastle.
Popular city-centre spot serving creative small plates with global influences. Stylish but informal atmosphere, ideal for sharing dishes.
Beloved Grainger Market bakery and café famous for stotties, pease pudding and other North East staples in a casual local setting.
Moderate for a UK city; hotels, dining and local transport are often cheaper than in London or Edinburgh, making it good value for city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Newcastle Harbour -> Newcastle Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from IJmuiden to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most IJmuiden to Newcastle ferries use the Amsterdam (Felison Terminal) to Newcastle Harbour port pair. Use this guide to compare IJmuiden and Newcastle ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Newcastle Harbour is 2 km from Newcastle city centre. Public transport options include:
Newcastle Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nagisa (0.2km), Scratchley's on the Wharf (0.3km), The Dockyard (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Newcastle Harbour.
Available at Newcastle Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle Harbour.
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