The cheapest and fastest ferries from Norwich to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Norwich to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Rotterdam will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £70.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Norwich 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 Mon 18 May the direct ferries cover the 230 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£701One-way0 changes
Stena Line9:007h15Harwich International Port17:15Port of Hoek van Holland£701One-way0 changes
Stena Line9:007h15Harwich International Port17:15Port of Hoek van Holland£701One-way0 changes
Stena Line23:008h00Harwich International Port8:00Port of Hoek van Holland£701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Norwich to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 7h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a ferry costs an average of £48.
Distance: 124 nautical miles (230 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 19h 20m Average total duration 18h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Norwich 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 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Norwich to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Rotterdam ferries for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 23:00 Harwich International Port | 8h00 | 8:00 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
Stena Line | 9:00 Harwich International Port | 7h15 | 17:15 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Norwich to Rotterdam
Ferries from Norwich to Rotterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 124 nautical miles (230 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Norwich to Rotterdam are available to foot passengers.

Distance 124 nautical miles (230 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Norwich to RotterdamYou can travel by ferry between Norwich to Rotterdam with Stena Line for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Norwich to Rotterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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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