The cheapest and fastest ferries from North Shields to Rotterdam
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 38
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 4,535
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 15 h 45 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 15 h 45 m
- Ferries on 13 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 522 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from North Shields to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from North Shields to Rotterdam will cost around ฿ 4,535 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only ฿ 38.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 2 ferries from North Shields to Rotterdam, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, 13 Nov the direct ferries cover the 522 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 15 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.

5:00 PM 15h45 North Shields 8:45 AM Rotterdam ฿ 38 1 One-way 0 changes
4:00 PM 15h45 North Shields 7:45 AM Rotterdam ฿ 9,032 1 One-way 0 changes

5:00 PM 15h45 North Shields 8:45 AM Rotterdam ฿ 38 1 One-way 0 changes
4:00 PM 15h45 North Shields 7:45 AM Rotterdam ฿ 9,032 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from North Shields to Rotterdam
Ferries from North Shields to Rotterdam run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at ฿ 38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 281 nautical miles (522 km) distance in 15h 45m.

Distance 281 nautical miles (522 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 38 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 15h 45m |
First ferry 9:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Frequently asked questions about your North Shields to Rotterdam trip
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North Shields to Rotterdam Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival time 07:45AM | Duration 15h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival time 08:45AM | Duration 15h45 | Sailing Days wed, fri, sat, sun |
Live departures
North Shields to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for North Shields to Rotterdam ferries for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM North Shields | 15h45 | 7:45 AM Rotterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: North Shields to Rotterdam ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from North Shields to Rotterdam by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

