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Great North Museum: Hancock
Major natural history and archaeology museum with collections on Ancient Egypt, Hadrian's Wall, wildlife, and world cultures.
Cheapest price
$1
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Leiden to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Newcastle will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Leiden for Newcastle on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct ferries cover the 510 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest ferries will take 16 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a ferry costs an average of $1.
Distance: 275 nautical miles (510 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $208 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest |
17h 45m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 11m Average total duration 22h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Newcastle:
A bus is $103 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Newcastle costing on average $208 (€169).
A bus is $134 (€108) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Leiden to Newcastle costing on average $238 (€193).
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Ferry takes on average 16h 45m.
Bus takes on average 22h 41m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Newcastle ferries for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Leiden | 16h45 | 9:15 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Leiden to Newcastle run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $1 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 17:00, the last at 17:30. The fastest ferry covers the 275 nautical miles (510 km) distance in 16h 45m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Leiden to Newcastle are available to foot passengers.

Distance 275 nautical miles (510 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 (€1) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 5:00 PM |
Last ferry 5:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Major natural history and archaeology museum with collections on Ancient Egypt, Hadrian's Wall, wildlife, and world cultures.
Contemporary art gallery on Gateshead Quays in a converted flour mill, known for changing exhibitions and panoramic river views.
Science and local history museum covering Newcastle's industrial heritage, shipbuilding, and innovation. A strong family-friendly introduction to the city.
The city's most famous waterfront area, ideal for walking, photography, markets, and bridge views along the River Tyne.
Historic central district known for grand classical architecture, shopping streets, arcades, and easy sightseeing on foot.
Celebrated curved street lined with elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings, often considered one of Britain's finest streets.
A traditional Geordie flat round bread, often split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is one of Newcastle’s best-known everyday local foods.
A classic North East spread made from split yellow peas, slowly cooked until smooth. It is closely associated with Newcastle and often served in a stottie.
A hearty regional dish of sliced potatoes, onions, and cheese baked in layers. It is a comforting North East staple found in pubs and traditional kitchens.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant on the Quayside serving modern British tasting menus in a historic merchant house. Elegant and one of Newcastle’s landmark dining rooms.
An established modern British restaurant near the Quayside, known for polished seasonal cooking, strong service, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
A respected gastropub by the Quayside offering excellent British pub dishes, cask ales, and a warm traditional feel. A strong choice for regional comfort food.
Generally cheaper than London. Hotels, pubs, and transport are fairly priced, though central dining and weekends cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up taxis. Bar tipping is optional, and not expected for counter service.
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