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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from North Shields to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£294
Average price
£294
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from North Shields to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from North Shields to Amsterdam will cost around £294 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £294.
Of the 1 ferries that leave North Shields for Amsterdam every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 15 Dec the direct ferries cover the 510 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for North Shields to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from North Shields to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a ferry costs an average of £92.
Distance: 275 nautical miles (510 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£350 Average Price | £139 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 45m Average total duration 15h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 10m Average total duration 22h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
North Shields to Amsterdam Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 15h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
North Shields to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for North Shields to Amsterdam ferries for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Seaways | 17:00 Newcastle Harbour | 15h45 | 08:45 Amsterdam (Felison Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 16:00 North Shields | 15h45 | 07:45 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from North Shields to Amsterdam
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Ferries from North Shields to Amsterdam run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 275 nautical miles (510 km) distance in 15h 0m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from North Shields to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.
Distance 275 nautical miles (510 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 15h 0m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from North Shields to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between North Shields to Amsterdam with DFDS for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
DFDS
FAQs: North Shields to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from North Shields to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Newcastle Harbour, which is located around 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Amsterdam (Felison Terminal), located 21.7 miles (35 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in North Shields and Amsterdam
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- IJmuiden Seafoods (0.3km)
- Restaurant Augusta (0.7km)
- Brasserie & Restaurant De IJmond (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi IJmuiden and TCS (Taxi Centrale Schiphol).
- Free
- Bus 382, stop at IJmuiden Ferry Terminal
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