The cheapest and fastest ferries from IJmuiden to North Shields
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Ferries per day
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 £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 ferries that leave IJmuiden for North Shields every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 17 Dec 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.
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Compare ferry, coach and flight 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 prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a ferry costs an average of £148.
Distance: 264 nautical miles (489 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£319 Average Price | £169 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 45m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 39m Average total duration 22h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 Wed |
Live departures
IJmuiden to North Shields ferry times
The table below shows live departures for IJmuiden to North Shields ferries for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 IJmuiden | 16h45 | 08:15 North Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 £148 but you can travel from only £32 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. There are 6 sailings per week. 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 £148 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from IJmuiden to North ShieldsYou can travel by ferry between IJmuiden to North Shields with DFDS for as low as £32. 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Amsterdam (Felison Terminal), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Newcastle Harbour, located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.
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