Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) Ferry
DFDS sails every day from North Shields to IJmuiden, the ferry port for Amsterdam. The ship leaves at 17:00 and the crossing takes about 15 hours 45 minutes.
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The Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) ferry
DFDS runs the only Newcastle ferry to the Netherlands. It leaves the Newcastle terminal at Royal Quays, North Shields, at 17:00 every day and arrives at IJmuiden the next morning. DFDS gives the crossing as around 15 hours 45 minutes. The fare includes a standard inside en suite cabin, and you can pay to upgrade it when you book.
IJmuiden is not in Amsterdam. Direct Ferries puts it about a 30-minute drive from the city centre. Foot passengers can use a shuttle bus to the centre, which Direct Ferries says takes 30 to 40 minutes. Cars, foot passengers, pets and bicycles are all carried. DFDS says there is no baggage limit.
There is no ferry from Newcastle to Rotterdam. DFDS's Newcastle service goes to IJmuiden only. The ferry back to Newcastle leaves IJmuiden at 17:30 every day.
- Leaves North Shields at 17:00 every day, about 15 hours 45 minutes to IJmuiden
- Standard inside en suite cabin included in the fare
- Cars, foot passengers and pets carried, with no baggage limit
- King Seaways and Princess Seaways, with restaurants, bars and a cinema
Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) ferry times
| Direction | Sailings | Usual departure times | Crossing time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) | Daily | 17:00. Check-in opens 14:00 and closes 16:15. Arrives IJmuiden about 09:45 the next morning | About 15 hours 45 minutes (overnight) |
| Amsterdam (IJmuiden) to Newcastle (North Shields) | Daily | 17:30. Check-in opens 13:00 and closes 16:45. Arrives North Shields about 09:15 the next morning | About 15 hours 45 minutes (overnight) |
Times are local; the Netherlands is an hour ahead of the UK. Arrival times are from DFDS's mini cruise itinerary for the same sailings. DFDS says times can change with the weather.
Source: dfds.com, checked 14 October 2026. Timetables change by season; the search shows the sailings for your date.
What to know about the Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) crossing
- Cabins
- The fare includes a standard inside en suite cabin. You can upgrade when you book. DFDS also lists economy, double bed, sea view, Commodore and pet-friendly cabins. (dfds.com)
- Foot passengers
- Foot passengers are carried. DFDS says it caters for travellers with a vehicle or on foot. Direct Ferries says DFDS runs a shuttle from Newcastle Central Station to the terminal. (dfds.com)
- Coach to Amsterdam
- Direct Ferries lists a DFDS shuttle bus from IJmuiden to De Ruijterkade 153 near Amsterdam Central Station, 30 to 40 minutes, ticket bought in advance. On DFDS's mini cruise, a coach leaves IJmuiden for the city centre at 10:15 and returns at 15:30. (directferries.co.uk)
- Cars
- You can bring your own car with no baggage restrictions. DFDS's example fare is based on a standard car of 1.85 m by 5 m, so a larger vehicle will change the price. (dfds.com)
- Pets
- DFDS has pet-friendly cabins for up to 4 people and 2 medium-sized dogs, and kennels on board. Book them in advance. (dfds.com)
- Check-in
- At Newcastle, check-in opens at 14:00 and closes at 16:15 for the 17:00 departure. At IJmuiden, it opens at 13:00 and closes at 16:45 for the 17:30 departure. (dfds.com)
- What affects the fare
- DFDS bases its fares on 4 people sharing a cabin with a car, one way. The price depends on the travel dates, the number of people, the cabin and the vehicle. (dfds.com)
- Onboard
- King Seaways and Princess Seaways have an international buffet, an a la carte restaurant, bars, a cinema, a kids club and duty free shopping. Wi-Fi is sold in packages on board. (dfds.com)
- Passports and entry
- Your UK passport must be less than 10 years old on the day you arrive and valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area. Stays are limited to 90 days in any 180. For ferries other than Dover, gov.uk says UK travellers are registered at the border on arrival, so expect Entry/Exit System checks in IJmuiden, not before you leave Newcastle. The system started on 12 October 2025. (gov.uk)
Where the ferry leaves from and arrives
- Newcastle (North Shields)
- DFDS International Passenger Terminal, Albert Edward Dock, Royal Quays, North Shields NE29 6EE. By car, take the A19 to the Tyne Tunnel roundabout and follow signs for ferries and the North Sea. By train, Direct Ferries says a DFDS shuttle bus runs from Newcastle Central Station. It also lists a Metro to North Shields, then a bus or taxi. (directferries.co.uk)
- Amsterdam (IJmuiden)
- Felison Terminal, Sluisplein 33, 1975 AG IJmuiden, the Netherlands. Direct Ferries puts it about a 30-minute drive from Amsterdam city centre. Public bus 382 and the DFDS shuttle serve the terminal. (directferries.co.uk)
Alternatives to the Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) ferry
- Hull to Rotterdam: P&O's overnight route from Hull to Rotterdam, the nearest alternative if you want Rotterdam rather than Amsterdam.
- Harwich to Hook of Holland: Stena Line from Essex to Hook of Holland, another way into the Netherlands from the south of England.
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Newcastle (North Shields) to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) ferry — common questions
How long is the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam?
About 15 hours 45 minutes. It leaves North Shields at 17:00 and arrives at IJmuiden at about 09:45 local time the next morning (the Netherlands is an hour ahead).
What time does the ferry from North Shields to Amsterdam leave?
DFDS lists a daily departure at 17:00. Check-in opens at 14:00 and closes at 16:15. DFDS says timetables can change with the weather, so confirm the time for your date when you book.
Is the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam daily?
Yes. DFDS sails every day in each direction: 17:00 from North Shields and 17:30 from IJmuiden.
Does the Newcastle ferry go to Amsterdam or IJmuiden?
It goes to IJmuiden, the port for Amsterdam. Direct Ferries gives the terminal address as Felison Terminal, Sluisplein 33, 1975 AG IJmuiden, and puts it about a 30-minute drive from Amsterdam city centre.
How do I get from IJmuiden to Amsterdam without a car?
Direct Ferries lists a DFDS shuttle bus from De Ruijterkade 153, near Amsterdam Central Station, taking 30 to 40 minutes, with tickets bought in advance. It also lists public bus 382 to the terminal. DFDS's mini cruise package includes return coach transfers to the city centre.
Is there a ferry from Newcastle to Rotterdam?
No. The only Newcastle ferry is DFDS to IJmuiden. For Rotterdam you would sail from Hull instead, or from Harwich to Hook of Holland.
Can I take a car on the Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry?
Yes. DFDS says you can bring your own car with no baggage restrictions, and its fare includes a private en suite cabin. Vehicle size affects the fare.
Can I travel as a foot passenger from Newcastle to Amsterdam?
Yes. DFDS says it carries passengers travelling with or without a vehicle. Direct Ferries lists a shuttle from Newcastle Central Station to the terminal.
Is a cabin included on the Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry?
Yes. DFDS says the fare includes a standard inside en suite cabin, and you can upgrade when you book.
Can I take my dog on the Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry?
Yes. DFDS offers pet-friendly cabins for up to 4 people and 2 medium-sized dogs, and kennels on board. Book these in advance.
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Where these facts come from
Checked by the CheapFerries editorial team on 2026-10-14. Operators change timetables and rules, so confirm details for your sailing when you book.
- dfds.com www.dfds.com/en-gb/passenger-ferries/ferry-crossings/ferries-to-holland/newcastle-amsterdam
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- directferries.co.uk www.directferries.co.uk/newcastle_ferry.htm
- gov.uk www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/netherlands/entry-requirements
- gov.uk www.gov.uk/entry-exit-system