Harwich to Hook of Holland Ferry
Stena Line's twice-daily Harwich-Hook of Holland service — about seven hours by day or eight overnight on the Stena Hollandica and Stena Britannica. Hook of Holland is on the tram line to Rotterdam.
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Other ways to get from Harwich to Hook of Holland
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Fly London → Rotterdam The Hague (RTM) | For Rotterdam and The Hague. The airport is about 21 km from Hook of Holland ferry port. Compare flights → · Car hire at Rotterdam The Hague → |
| Fly London → Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) | For Amsterdam and the Netherlands. The airport is about 57 km from Hook of Holland ferry port. Compare flights → · Car hire at Amsterdam Schiphol → |
| Fly London → Brussels (BRU) | For Brussels and Belgium. Compare flights → · Car hire at Brussels → |
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The Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry
Harwich to Hook of Holland is Stena Line's direct link from East Anglia to the Netherlands. The superferries Stena Hollandica and Stena Britannica sail twice a day — a daytime crossing of about six and a half hours and an overnight one of around eight hours with a cabin. Harwich International Port at Parkeston Quay has its own railway station with direct trains from London Liverpool Street, and the Hook of Holland is on the Rotterdam metro line, so the route works well for foot passengers as well as drivers. On the Dutch side you are quickly onto the motorways for Rotterdam, The Hague, Amsterdam and Germany. The ships offer cabins, restaurants, a cinema and shops, making either the day or night sailing a comfortable way to cross the North Sea.
- Twice daily — pick a day crossing or an overnight sailing
- Own rail station at Harwich; metro link at Hook of Holland
- Great for foot passengers as well as cars
- Quick onward access to Rotterdam, The Hague and Amsterdam
Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry fares we have seen
| Fare basket | Fare seen | Seen on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car + driver, single (from) | £93.50 | 18 October 2026 | Stena Line Harwich-Hook of Holland route page ('Fares start from', from price) |
| Adult foot passenger, single — Direct Ferries 'from' price | £262.00 | 18 October 2026 | Direct Ferries route page (figures from the last 30 days of searches, updated 16/10/2026, excluding booking fees) |
| Average paid for a crossing with a car — Direct Ferries, last 30 days | £322.00 | 18 October 2026 | Direct Ferries route page (figures from the last 30 days of searches, updated 16/10/2026, excluding booking fees) |
Fares change with date, demand and vehicle; these are figures we saw on the dates shown, not quotes. A booking fee may be added. Check live prices in the search above.
Who sails Harwich to Hook of Holland
| Operator | Ships | Crossing | Sailings | Foot passengers | Pets | Cabins / seating | Check-in |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Stena Line | Stena Britannica, Stena Hollandica | from only 6 hours 30 minutes; day and overnight sailings | Route page: four daily sailings; Stena Britannica page: two daily sailings | Yes; covered walk from terminal to ship of at least 300m at Harwich and at least 700m with travellators at Hook of Holland | Up to 5 pets by car, up to 3 for foot passengers; foot passengers must pre-book an onboard kennel or pet-friendly cabin; pets at least 15 weeks old; pets not allowed in restaurants, bars or shops | Private ensuite cabins on day and overnight sailings (Standard, Superior, Deluxe, accessible, pet-adapted); whether compulsory not stated | Harwich: 09:00 sailing check-in 07:45 to 08:15; 23:00 sailing 20:30 to 22:15 |
Rules differ by operator and ship; confirm when you book. Sources: stenaline.co.uk. Checked 2026-10-18.
What to know about the Harwich to Hook of Holland crossing
Check-in
From Harwich: 09:00 sailing, check-in 07:45 to 08:15; 23:00 sailing, 20:30 to 22:15 (vehicle check-in opens 19:30 on busy mid-May to September sailings). From Hook of Holland: 14:15 sailing (Mon-Sat) 12:30 to 13:30; 13:45 Sunday sailing 12:15 to 13:00; 22:00 sailing 18:45 to 21:15. Vehicles and foot passengers use the same times. Stena says check-in times are shown on the E-ticket and Reservation Advice. (stenaline.co.uk)
Foot passengers
Foot passengers walk under cover from the terminal to the ship: at least 300m at Harwich, at least 700m with travellators at Hook of Holland. Tell check-in staff if help is needed. Harwich International railway station is next to the terminal. (stenaline.co.uk)
Vehicles
Car and driver fares are sold; no baggage charges per Stena's route page. Because the journey is to a country outside the EU/Schengen, Stena says different entry rules apply and border checks may take longer. (stenaline.co.uk)
Pets
Up to 5 pets by car and up to 3 for foot passengers. Foot passengers must book an onboard kennel or pet-friendly cabin or the pet may not travel. Pets must be microchipped, at least 15 weeks old, and have an EU pet passport or animal health certificate; dogs need tapeworm treatment 24 to 120 hours before check-in when entering the UK. Pets are not allowed in restaurants, bars or shops. (stenaline.co.uk)
Bicycles
One bicycle per person (tandems excepted); it must be rideable on board and suit the rider's size. E-bike batteries stay attached on the car deck. Scooters are not bicycles; those passengers book as foot passengers. A bicycle charge was not stated on the page read. (stenaline.co.uk)
Accessibility
Accessible ensuite cabins with wheelchair-accessible toilet, sink and shower. All Stena Line ferries are adapted for wheelchair users and reduced-mobility passengers. Guide, hearing and autism assistance dogs travel free. (stenaline.co.uk)
Luggage
Stena's route page states there are no baggage charges. (stenaline.co.uk)
Where the ferry leaves from and arrives
Harwich International Port
- Address
- Parkeston Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 4SR
- Getting there
- Road: A120 to Harwich from the A12 (A14 or M25 routes given). Train: Greater Anglia to Harwich International station, next to the terminal building. Bus: local services to Colchester, Clacton, Harwich and Dovercourt (First Eastern). GPS 51.946494, 1.252731
- Parking
- Short- and long-term parking; first 30 minutes free; card-only machines; vehicles left at owner's risk
- Facilities
- Ticket machines, toilets incl. accessible, baby changing, vending, free Wi-Fi, disability assistance, drop-off area, rail tickets, electric car chargers, lost property, Duty Free port shop
- Onward travel
- Greater Anglia trains from the station next to the terminal
Source: stenaline.co.uk, checked 2026-10-18.
Hook of Holland Port (Hoek van Holland)
- Address
- Stationsweg 10, 3151 HS, Hook of Holland, Netherlands
- Getting there
- RET metro from outside the terminal front to Schiedam Centrum and Rotterdam; bus to The Hague and Delft (timetables 9292.nl/en); about 30 km from Rotterdam, 20 km from The Hague, 85 km from Amsterdam
- Parking
- Short-stay: first 30 minutes free then per 30 minutes up to a daily maximum; long-stay per day; card/contactless machines; both car parks unattended
- Facilities
- Tickets, toilets incl. accessible, baby changing, vending, free Wi-Fi, disability assistance, car parks, drop-off area, rail tickets, restaurant, lost property
- Onward travel
- RET metro to Schiedam Centrum, then NS rail to Amsterdam (under 1 hour 30 minutes) and The Hague (about 30 minutes)
Source: stenaline.co.uk, checked 2026-10-18.
Arriving in Hook of Holland? Book a car at Rotterdam The Hague (RTM), about 21 km from the port →
Staying in or around Hook of Holland
RET metro to Schiedam Centrum, then NS rail to Amsterdam (under 1 hour 30 minutes) and The Hague (about 30 minutes)
Ports & operators on this route
Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry — common questions
How long is Harwich to Hook of Holland?
About six and a half hours by day, or around eight hours overnight with a cabin.
Who sails Harwich to Hook of Holland?
Stena Line, on the Stena Hollandica and Stena Britannica, twice a day.
Can foot passengers use this route?
Yes. Harwich has direct trains from London, and the Hook of Holland connects to the Rotterdam metro.
How long is the Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry?
Stena Line gives a crossing time from only 6 hours 30 minutes, with day and overnight sailings.
What time do ferries leave Harwich for Hook of Holland?
Stena Line's 2026 timetable shows departures from Harwich at 09:00 and 23:00 every day.
Which ships sail Harwich to Hook of Holland?
Stena Line operates Stena Britannica and Stena Hollandica on the route.
How do I get from Hook of Holland port to Rotterdam?
Stena Line says the RET metro runs from outside the terminal to Schiedam Centrum and Rotterdam.
Can I take a pet on the Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry?
Yes. Stena Line allows up to 5 pets by car and up to 3 for foot passengers; foot passengers must pre-book a kennel or pet-friendly cabin, and pets must be at least 15 weeks old.
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Where these facts come from
Checked by the CheapFerries editorial team on 18 October 2026. Operators change timetables, fares and rules, so confirm details for your sailing when you book.
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/rail-and-sail/to-holland/timetables
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/routes/harwich-hook-of-holland
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/routes/harwich-hook-of-holland/harwich-port
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/routes/harwich-hook-of-holland/hook-of-holland-port
- directferries.co.uk www.directferries.co.uk/harwich_hook_of_holland_ferry.htm
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/customer-service/at-the-port/how-long-before-departure-do-i-need-to-check-in
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/customer-service/at-the-port/how-do-foot-passengers-access-the-ferry
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/customer-service/pre-travel/can-i-bring-my-pet
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/customer-service/booking/can-i-bring-a-bicycle-onboard
- stenaline.co.uk www.stenaline.co.uk/ferries/stena-britannica