Rotterdam to Colchester ferry - Times and cheap Stena Line ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rotterdam to Colchester

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£66

Fastest journey

6 h 30 m

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

245 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rotterdam to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rotterdam to Colchester will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Rotterdam for Colchester every day 2 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 245 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .

The slowest ferries will take 9 h 30 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 Line
20:009h30
Rotterdam
05:30Colchester
£551One-way
0 changes
Stena Line
12:156h30
Rotterdam
18:45Colchester
£771One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Rotterdam to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £67.

Distance: 132 nautical miles (245 km)

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£85

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£111

Average Price

8h 34m

Average total duration

7h 34m

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3h 55m

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55m

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3h 0m

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Rotterdam to Colchester ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stena12:15 Rotterdam
6h30
18:45 Colchester0 changesdirect
stena20:00 Rotterdam
9h30
05:30 Colchester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Rotterdam to Colchester

NetherlandsNetherlands
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Ferries from Rotterdam to Colchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £65 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Stena Line
Distance
132 nautical miles (245 km)
Average sailing duration
7h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£65
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
9
Fastest ferry
6h 30m
First ferry
09:00
Last ferry
23:00
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Rotterdam to ColchesterYou can travel by ferry between Rotterdam to Colchester with Stena Line for as low as £65. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

About
Stena Line is a Swedish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the North Sea, Irish Sea, and Baltic Sea. The company was founded in 1962 and is based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Stena Line operates ferry services between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and Poland. In addition to traditional ferry services, Stena Line also operates a number of high-speed craft and a number of fast craft services.
Learn more about Stena Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
£55
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees vary by ticket type and timing. Economy tickets non-refundable, Flexi tickets refundable
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available. Options range from casual to fine dining.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships, including elevators, specially adapted cabins and toilets. Assistance available with prior notice.
Pets
Dogs, cats and other small pets allowed in designated areas and pet-friendly cabins. Must be kept in carriers or on leash with muzzle.
Cabin reservation
Variety of cabins available from standard to deluxe suites
Car on board

FAQs: Rotterdam to Colchester ferries

FAQs: Take the ferry from Rotterdam to Colchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotterdam to Colchester.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Rotterdam to Colchester can start from as little as £53 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Rotterdam to Colchester is £74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time between Rotterdam and Colchester is on average 6 h 30 min   for the 152 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Rotterdam to Colchester by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Rotterdam to Colchester leaves at 09: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Rotterdam to Colchester leaves at 23: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rotterdam to Colchester without having to change trains with Stena Line. There are 2 direct ferries from Rotterdam to Colchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Rotterdam to Colchester with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Rotterdam to Colchester is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Rotterdam to Colchester is possible with Stena Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
For the trip from Rotterdam to Colchester you can take a ferry with Stena Line. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Rotterdam to Colchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Rotterdam to Colchester by ferry is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Colchester from Rotterdam including taking a train, flight or ferry.

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