Ferry from Harwich to The Netherlands (Hook of Holland near Rotterdam)
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.
On this route Stena Line sails with the ferries Stena Britannica and Stena Hollandica. These are luxury ferries that offer a great many facilities. The Ferry from Harwich to Hook of Holland will be an exciting adventure!
An alternative is a ferry to Europoort harbor in Rotterdam, not far from Hook of Holland. The ferry departs from the English coastal city of Hull.
On this page, you will find a lot of information and tips about this ferry service.
Timetable, availability, and compare prices
Booking your ferry tickets from Harwich to Hook of Holland or vice versa has never been easier! With our online booking module, you can easily find and book your desired ferry crossing in just a few clicks. Simply enter your travel dates and destination, and the system will show you all available options. You can then choose the one that best suits your needs and budget. It’s that simple!
Tickets for the ferries to Harwich and Hook of Holland
Stena Line provides the shortest and most affordable ferry connection from the Netherlands to the UK. Prices start at £36 per person. A welcome added benefit is that NS train tickets (in the Netherlands) and Greater Anglia (UK) are included. These tickets are best booked online. For reservations made by telephone call the Stenaline Booking Service: 0844 770 7070.
Timetable Harwich – Hook of Holland
Every day two types of ships go back and forth between Harwich and Hoek van Holland, resulting in you having the choice between two departure times.
Timetable Harwich – Hook of Holland
Day | Departure | Arrival | Ship |
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Ma - Vr | 09:00 23:00 | 17:15 08:00 | Stena Hollandica Stena Britannica |
Za | 09:00 23:00 | 16:45 08:00 | Stena Hollandica Stena Britannica |
Zo | 09:00 23:00 | 18:00 08:00 | Stena Hollandica Stena Britannica |
Timetable Hook of Holland – Harwich
Day | Departure | Arrival | Ship |
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Ma - Za | 14:15 22:00 | 19:45 06:30 | Stena Britannica Stena Hollandica |
Zo | 13:45 22:00 | 19:45 06:30 | Stena Britannica Stena Hollandica |
Route to Hook of Holland and Harwich
Departure, sailing time & arrival
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 at Hook of Holland
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 busses leave for Rotterdam, The Hague, and Delft. Reservations for taxis can be made at the Stena Line information desk in Hook of Holland. We advise you to travel towards Rotterdam and pick up your trip there. by car, of course, it's all much easier and follows the signs towards either Rotterdam or Amsterdam.
Ferry to Harwich and Hook of Holland costs
Depending on how (with or without a car, caravan, etc.) and when (high or low season, day or night crossing) you make the crossing, costs associated with the crossing can vary. Below is an indication of the costs and prices of these crossings.
- Adults: €49
- Adults Bike: €49
- Children under 3 years: Free
- Car 4 persons: €236 (€59 p.p.)
Generally, the earlier you book, the cheaper it is. In addition, there are sometimes offers that you can take advantage of. The booking module of Stenaline makes it easy to find a good and competitive price. Rates are flexible at Stena Line so the prices above are an indication of the prices we got when we tried to make a reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a number of questions that are frequently asked for the crossing between Hook of Holland and Harwich
CopMilton –
In November once again we had a very nice crossing!
n the outward journey I received a free upgrade as a surprise. The staff on the boat was super friendly.
The shower in the cabin of the Stena vessel was also super nice. You should almost book Stena line for the showers alone.
On the outward journey, I had booked breakfast for the morning. It was very tasty and in hindsight I’m very glad I took it.
The train journey was a “bad experience” but Stena wasn’t the company to blame here. In any case, I hope to sail again with Stena soon.
Mrs B –
Had a return trip on this ferry and had a great time, very clean and everything went to plan. Had a lovely fish and chips on the way back.