A ferry on the Amsterdam to Newcastle route

Balearia · 7h 5m

Amsterdam to Newcastle Ferry

Compare every Amsterdam to Newcastle sailing. From £46.22 one way, 6 times a day, crossing in about 7h 5m.

  • 7h 5m crossing
  • 40 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Amsterdam to Newcastle sailings on Saturday 31 October

6 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Explorer of the Channel
05:45Amsterdam
7h 12m
★ Cheapest
12:57Newcastle
£62.63
total
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Only 8 spaces left at this price on the 05:45 sailing.

Explorer of the Channel
08:45Amsterdam
7h 31m
Foot passenger
16:16Newcastle
£71.33
total
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Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 08:45 sailing.

Explorer of the Channel
11:45Amsterdam
7h 11m
Foot passenger
18:56Newcastle
£72.79
total
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Explorer of the Channel
14:45Amsterdam
7h 1m
⚡ Fastest
21:46Newcastle
£75.44
total · free changes
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Explorer of the Channel
17:45Amsterdam
7h 39m
Foot passenger
01:24Newcastle (+1)
£78.15
total · free changes
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Explorer of the Channel
20:45Amsterdam
7h 41m
Foot passenger
04:26Newcastle (+1)
£67.14
total · free changes
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About the Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry

Sailing from Amsterdam to Newcastle takes around 7h 5m. Balearia runs the route 6 times a day, and fares start from £46.22. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry timetable

There are around 40 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Amsterdam and Newcastle are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Amsterdam – Newcastle Balearia7h 5m40 £46.22£184.53 Yes
Bergen – Newcastle Tallink Silja6h 10m35 £40.61£152.64 Yes
Stavanger – Newcastle DFDS Lisco9h 30m54 £60.26£275.85 Yes
Gothenburg – Newcastle Color Line2h 5m10 £16.23£44.52 Foot only
Kristiansand – Newcastle Tallink Silja5h 45m32 £38.08£139.12 Yes

How much is the ferry from Amsterdam to Newcastle?

One-way fares start at £46.22. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £184.53. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Balearia operates the Amsterdam – Newcastle crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Amsterdam

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Amsterdam port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Newcastle guide for the other end.

Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Amsterdam to Newcastle?

The Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry takes approximately 7h 5m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Amsterdam to Newcastle?

One-way fares start from £46.22. The average booking on this route comes to around £184.53 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Amsterdam to Newcastle?

Balearia operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry run?

There are around 40 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 6 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Amsterdam to Newcastle?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Amsterdam to Newcastle ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.