The only ferry with destination Hook of Holland, a coastal town near Rotterdam, departs from Harwich. You can choose between a ferry that sails during the daytime or at night. This is the shortest crossing from the UK to the Netherlands. An alternative is the ferry to Europoort harbour in Rotterdam, not far from Hook of Holland. It departs for the English coastal town of Hull.
Stena Britannica and Stena Hollandica, operated by Stena Line, are luxury ferries that offer a great many facilities. The Ferry from Harwich to Hook of Holland will be an exciting adventure!
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↩ from Hook of Holland to Harwich
Travel Information
Tickets
Stena Line provides the shortest and most affordable ferry connection from the Netherlands to the UK. Prices start at £36 per person. All ticket rates are listed on this page. A welcome added benefit is that NS train tickets (in the Netherlands) and for Greater Anglia (UK) are included. These tickets are best booked online. For reservations made by telephone call the Stenaline Booking Service: 0844 770 7070 ( 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge)
Parking
The Harwich ferry terminal is at Port of Harwich, Parkeston Quay, Parkeston, Harwich, CO12 4SR. The terminal is easily reached by road. The parking lot charges different rates for long-term and short-term parking. Rates vary between free to £8.60 per day.
Public Transportation
You can take the Greater Anglia train from various parts of England (including London) to Harwich International Station, which is directly across from the ferry terminal.
On Arrival
The arrival train station is no longer operational, as it is in the process of being replaced by the underground. Please consult 9292ov.nl to determine which buses leave for Rotterdam, The Hague and Delft. Reservations for taxis can be made at the Stena Line information desk in Hook of Holland.