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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Rotterdam will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £78.
Of the 2 ferries that leave London 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 Fri 10 Apr the direct ferries cover the 321 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.
Stena Line23:008h00Harwich International Port8:00Port of Hoek van Holland£781One-way0 changes- Stena Line9:007h15Harwich International Port17:15Port of Hoek van Holland£851One-way0 changes
- Stena Line9:007h15Harwich International Port17:15Port of Hoek van Holland£851One-way0 changes
- Stena Line23:008h00Harwich International Port8:00Port of Hoek van Holland£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for London to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 173 nautical miles (321 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price | £177 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Rotterdam Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
London to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Rotterdam ferries for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 22:00 Harwich International Port | 8h00 | 6:00 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 April | |||||
| Stena Line | 8:00 Harwich International Port | 7h15 | 15:15 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from London to Rotterdam
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Ferries from London to Rotterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £19 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 173 nautical miles (321 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 13 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Rotterdam are available to foot passengers.
Distance 173 nautical miles (321 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from London to RotterdamYou can travel by ferry between London to Rotterdam with Stena Line for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: London to Rotterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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