The cheapest and fastest ferries from Sunderland to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£333
Average price
£333
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sunderland to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Amsterdam will cost around £333 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £333.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Sunderland 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 500 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 Sunderland to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £32, and a ferry costs an average of £143.
Distance: 269 nautical miles (500 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£336 Average Price | £108 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price |
16h 45m Average total duration 15h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 13m Average total duration 17h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Sunderland 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
Sunderland to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland 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 | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Sunderland to Amsterdam
Ferries from Sunderland to Amsterdam run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £143 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 17:00, the last at 17:30. The fastest ferry covers the 269 nautical miles (500 km) distance in 15h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Sunderland to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.

Distance 269 nautical miles (500 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £143 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 15h 45m |
First ferry 17:00 |
Last ferry 17:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Sunderland to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between Sunderland to Amsterdam with DFDS for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
DFDS
FAQs: Sunderland to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Amsterdam
- 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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