The cheapest and fastest ferries from IJmuiden to North Shields
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£193
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£193
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 h 45 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
1
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from IJmuiden to North Shields is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from IJmuiden to North Shields will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £193.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 ferries from IJmuiden to North Shields, including 1 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 489 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.
DFDS Seaways17:3016h45Amsterdam (Felison Terminal)9:15Newcastle Harbour£1931One-way0 changes
DFDS Seaways17:3016h45Amsterdam (Felison Terminal)9:15Newcastle Harbour£1931One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for IJmuiden to North Shields
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from IJmuiden to North Shields 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 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £93, while a flight costs an average of £398.
Distance: 264 nautical miles (489 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£117 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest | £398 Average Price | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 35m Average total duration 16h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 19h 16m Average total duration 18h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from IJmuiden to North Shields:
A coach is £118 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from IJmuiden to North Shields costing on average £211.
A coach is £305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from IJmuiden to North Shields costing on average £398.
Other travel options to North Shields take longer:
Ferry takes on average 16h 45m.
Coach takes on average 18h 46m.
IJmuiden to North Shields Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
IJmuiden to North Shields ferry times
The table below shows live departures for IJmuiden to North Shields 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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Compare prices and tickets IJmuiden to North Shields by coach, flight or ferry
Compare coach, flight and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from IJmuiden to North Shields
Ferries from IJmuiden to North Shields run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 264 nautical miles (489 km) distance in 16h 45m. Ferries from IJmuiden to North Shields are available to foot passengers.

Distance 264 nautical miles (489 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: DFDS from IJmuiden to North ShieldsYou can travel by ferry between IJmuiden to North Shields with DFDS for as low as £59. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: IJmuiden to North Shields ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from IJmuiden to North Shields 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 North Shields, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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