A ferry on the Gothenburg to Newcastle route

Color Line · 2h 5m

Gothenburg to Newcastle Ferry

Compare every Gothenburg to Newcastle sailing. From £16.23 one way, daily, crossing in about 2h 5m.

  • 2h 5m crossing
  • 10 sailings a week
  • Foot passengers

Gothenburg to Newcastle sailings on Saturday 31 October

1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Endeavour of the North
06:00Gothenburg
2h 7m
★ Cheapest
08:07Newcastle
£20.66
total
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About the Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry

The Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry is operated by Color Line, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 2h 5m. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £16.23 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.

This is a foot-passenger service, so you will need to travel without a vehicle.

Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry timetable

There are around 10 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Gothenburg and Newcastle are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Gothenburg – Newcastle Color Line2h 5m10 £16.23£44.52 Foot only
Gothenburg – Kiel Stena Line4h 30m7 £102.00£483.40 Yes
Gothenburg – Frederikshavn Stena Line3h 15m26 £16.46£193.06 Yes
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
Kristiansand – Newcastle Tallink Silja5h 45m32 £38.08£139.12 Yes

How much is the ferry from Gothenburg to Newcastle?

One-way fares start at £16.23. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £44.52. 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?

Color Line operates the Gothenburg – Newcastle crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

This service carries foot passengers only. If you need to bring a car, check the alternative crossings listed below for a vehicle-carrying route between the same regions.

Getting to Gothenburg

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 Gothenburg port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Newcastle guide for the other end.

Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Gothenburg to Newcastle?

The Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry takes approximately 2h 5m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Gothenburg to Newcastle?

One-way fares start from £16.23. The average booking on this route comes to around £44.52 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Gothenburg to Newcastle?

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

How often does the Gothenburg to Newcastle ferry run?

There are around 10 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

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

No, this route carries foot passengers only. If you need to bring a vehicle, search nearby ports for a car-carrying alternative.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg 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.