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Stena Line · 11h

Rotterdam to Hull Ferry

Compare every Rotterdam to Hull sailing. From £37.90 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 11h.

  • 11h crossing
  • 32 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Rotterdam to Hull sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Explorer of Aquitaine
05:00Rotterdam
11h 52m
★ Cheapest
16:52Hull
£51.95
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Explorer of Aquitaine
09:45Rotterdam
11h 28m
Foot passenger
21:13Hull
£59.48
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Explorer of Aquitaine
13:25Rotterdam
11h 45m
Foot passenger
01:10Hull (+1)
£54.76
total
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Only 14 spaces left at this price on the 13:25 sailing.

Explorer of Aquitaine
17:15Rotterdam
11h 30m
Foot passenger
04:45Hull (+1)
£67.72
total
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Explorer of Aquitaine
20:55Rotterdam
10h 41m
⚡ Fastest
07:36Hull (+1)
£53.99
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About the Rotterdam to Hull ferry

Sailing from Rotterdam to Hull takes around 11h. Stena Line runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £37.90. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £37.90 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.

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.

Rotterdam to Hull ferry timetable

There are around 32 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Rotterdam and Hull are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Rotterdam – Hull Stena Line11h32 £37.90£138.17 Yes
Zeebrugge – Hull Balearia6h 40m37 £43.46£168.52 Yes

How much is the ferry from Rotterdam to Hull?

One-way fares start at £37.90. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £138.17. 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?

Stena Line operates the Rotterdam – Hull 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 Rotterdam to Hull 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 Rotterdam

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 Rotterdam port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Hull guide for the other end.

Rotterdam to Hull ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Rotterdam to Hull?

The Rotterdam to Hull ferry takes approximately 11h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Rotterdam to Hull?

One-way fares start from £37.90. The average booking on this route comes to around £138.17 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Rotterdam to Hull?

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

How often does the Rotterdam to Hull ferry run?

There are around 32 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Rotterdam to Hull 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 Rotterdam to Hull?

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 Rotterdam to Hull 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.