The cheapest and fastest ferries from Newcastle to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Newcastle to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Rotterdam will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £70.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Newcastle for Rotterdam every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, 06 Nov the direct ferries cover the 527 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 15 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.
Stena Hollandica
Stena Britannica
King Seaways
Stena Hollandica
Stena Britannica
King SeawaysTravel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Newcastle to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 284 nautical miles (527 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest | £298 Average Price | £400 Average Price |
12h 31m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 17h 42m Average total duration 17h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Newcastle 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 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 15h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Newcastle to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Rotterdam ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Hollandica | 09:00 Harwich International Port | 7h15 | 16:15 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
King Seaways | 17:00 Newcastle Harbour | 15h45 | 08:45 Amsterdam (Felison Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Britannica | 23:00 Harwich International Port | 8h00 | 07:00 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Newcastle to Rotterdam
Ferries from Newcastle to Rotterdam run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 284 nautical miles (527 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Newcastle to Rotterdam are available to foot passengers.



Distance 284 nautical miles (527 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS, Stena Line, P&O Ferries from Newcastle to RotterdamYou can travel by ferry between Newcastle to Rotterdam with DFDS, Stena Line, P&O Ferries for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
DFDS
Stena Line
P&O Ferries
FAQs: Newcastle to Rotterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle and Rotterdam
- 9 AM - 5 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM - 1 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Nagisa (0.2km)
- Scratchley's on the Wharf (0.3km)
- The Dockyard (0.5km)
- Main companies are Newcastle Taxis and Premier Cabs.
- Free
- Bus line 11, stop: Wharf Rd
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 09:00-13:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Main companies are Rotterdam Taxi Service and St. Job Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 105, Stop: Europoort Transferium
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