The cheapest and fastest ferries from York to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£226
Average price
£289
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from York to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Amsterdam will cost around £289 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £226.
Of the 2 ferries that leave York for Amsterdam every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, 20 Nov the direct ferries cover the 435 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 15 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, train, flight and ferry for York to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from York to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £27. 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 train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £274.
Distance: 234 nautical miles (435 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£253 Average Price | £107 Average Price Cheapest | £274 Average Price |
14h 30m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Amsterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for York to Amsterdam ferries for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 York | 15h45 | 07:45 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 York | 11h15 | 06:45 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from York to Amsterdam
Ferries from York to Amsterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 14:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 234 nautical miles (435 km) distance in 11h 15m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from York to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.


Distance 234 nautical miles (435 km) |
Average sailing duration 13h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 11h 15m |
First ferry 14:00 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: P&O Ferries, DFDS from York to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between York to Amsterdam with P&O Ferries, DFDS for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
P&O Ferries
DFDS
FAQs: York to Amsterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York 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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