The cheapest and fastest ferries from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £84.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Southend-on-Sea 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 301 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 15 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 flight, ferry and train for Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 162 nautical miles (301 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price | £191 Average Price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Southend-on-Sea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:00 Southend-on-Sea | 8h00 | 06:00 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 08:00 Southend-on-Sea | 7h15 | 15:15 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam
Ferries from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £45 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 162 nautical miles (301 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.

Distance 162 nautical miles (301 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Southend-on-Sea to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam with Stena Line for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southend-on-Sea 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.

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