The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ipswich to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ipswich to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Rotterdam will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £81.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Ipswich for Rotterdam every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 26 Nov the direct ferries cover the 228 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.




Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Ipswich to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 123 nautical miles (228 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£82 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
8h 30m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Rotterdam ferries for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:00 Ipswich | 7h15 | 15:15 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Ipswich | 8h00 | 06:00 Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ipswich to Rotterdam
Ferries from Ipswich to Rotterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £42 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 123 nautical miles (228 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Ipswich to Rotterdam are available to foot passengers.

Distance 123 nautical miles (228 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Ipswich to RotterdamYou can travel by ferry between Ipswich to Rotterdam with Stena Line for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ipswich to Rotterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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