Hull-Rotterdam
Looking for a good and comfortable way to travel to the Netherlands from England or Scotland? The ferries from Hull to Rotterdam are an excellent and comfortable way of travelling to Rotterdam, Amsterdam and the rest of the Netherlands. On this page: route maps, timetables, schedules, tickets and onboard information.
Ferry from Hull to Rotterdam and Amsterdam
The ferry between Hull and Rotterdam offers a giid way to kickstart your trip to the Netherlands and mainland Europe. This crossing from the UK to the Netherlands takes approximately 12 hours, sailing across the North Sea to reach Rotterdam and Amsterdam. It's considered a comfortable and preferred choice for ferry travel between the UK and the Netherlands, and it might just be our favourite.
Departures from the UK originate in the city of Hull. Looking for a good ferry to get to Amsterdam? Then the ferry to Rotterdam is a great choice as well.
The 12-hour journey to Rotterdam, Netherlands, offers a comfortable start to holidays in mainland Europe for visitors from England and the UK, or vice versa. Travellers can opt for an overnight ferry ride and then continue their journey the next day. P&O Ferries provides an abundance of onboard entertainment, including themed mini-cruises on this highly popular North Sea route.
On this page, you will find a lot of information and tips about this ferry crossing from the shipping company P&O Ferries.
Route Hull – Rotterdam
On the map below, you can find the route map of the crossing from Hull to Rotterdam. From Rotterdam, it's only an hour's drive to Amsterdam and Utrecht. You can travel from Rotterdam easily to other cities in the Netherlands by public transport.
Tickets
Round trips start at €427,- (2 passengers car), this is the best price we found. Reservations can be made online at poferries.com. The farther in advance you make your reservations, the lower the price. A cabin is included in the price.
Hulloween Mini Cruise to Amsterdam, 29-31 Oct 2023
The Dolly Show Mini Cruise to Amsterdam, 8-10 Nov 2023
80s Mini Cruise to Amsterdam, 25-27 Nov 2023
Harry Vs Bruno to Amsterdam, 8-10 Dec 2023
Classic Christmas Mini Cruise to Amsterdam, 13-15 Dec 2023
Timetable Hull to Rotterdam ferry
For the crossing from England to Rotterdam, P&O Ferries uses a daily schedule with the following arrival and departure times. all the times in the schedule are in local time.
- Departure Hull: 20:30
- Arrival Rotterdam: 08:30 (or sometimes at 9:00)
Timetable Hull Rotterdam
Ferry company | Departure Hull | Arrival Rotterdam | Days | Sailing time |
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P&O | 20:30 | 08:30 | Mo, Tu, Wed, Th, Fr, | 11h |
P&O | 20:30 | 09:00 | Sa, Su | 11h30m |
The return from Rotterdam to Hull sails on the following daily schedule.
- Departure Rotterdam: 21:00
- Arrival Hull: 07:30
Timetable Rotterdam Hull
Ferry company | Departure Rotterdam | Arrival Hull | Days | Sailing time |
---|---|---|---|---|
P&O | 21:00 | 07;30 | Mo, Tu, Wed, Th, Fr, | 11h |
P&O | 21:00 | 08:00 | Sa, Su | 11h30m |
Departure, sailing time & arrival ferry Hull-Rotterdam
On this route, you'll sail with one of the P&O Ferries vessels; either the ‘Pride of Hull' or the ‘Pride of Rotterdam' will take you across the channel.
make sure to leave in plenty of time – check-in closes 90 minutes before departure for vehicles.
The ship to Rotterdam departures from:
P&O North Sea Ferries Ltd
Hull Ferry Terminal 1
King George Dock
Hedon Road
Hull, HU9 5QA
The sailing time between Hull and Rotterdam is approximately 11 hours and 30 minutes. The exact sailing time may differ due to weather conditions and currents.
The ferry arrives at the following address:
Luxemburgweg 2, 3198 LG Europoort Rotterdam
Parking and Transportation Information for Hull & Rotterdam
The ferry terminal in Hull is easily reached by car and bus from downtown Hull.
A taxi ride costs approximately £5 (€8). P&O bus transfers are also available. Boarding takes place at St. Stephens, bus stop D. The last bus departs at 5:15 p.m. Tickets cost £3.25.\
The public transportation system in the Netherlands is highly efficient, particularly in the ‘Randstad' region encompassing Utrecht, Amsterdam, The Hague (Den Haag), and Rotterdam. The railway network in this area is exceptionally well-developed.
Ferry Hull to Rotterdam costs
P&O Ferries advertises a starting price of €147,- per person for a single journey without a car. This is possible with an ideal booking in the low season, which you then calculate back to ‘per person. In reality, however, you will notice that this is not a very realistic price because of this ferry's high demand and popularity; the cheapest tickets are often gone quickly.
A single trip is usually much more expensive, and for a return trip with a family of 4 (two adults, two kids) with a car, you will quickly pay around €558. You will get two nights on board for this and no longer have to rent/book at the location.
Generally, the earlier you book, the cheaper it is. In addition, there are sometimes offers that you can take advantage of.
From Hull to Amsterdam
ull-Rotterdam is an ideal crossing for people living in, for example, Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield. If you arrive at Rotterdam there are multiple ways to travel to Amsterdam.
P&O Ferries transfer coach to Amsterdam
You can book a transfer bus to both Rotterdam and Amsterdam. Book this in advance with P&O! Please note that there is no public transport from and to the terminal.
The bus departs at 08:30 (Mon-Fri) and 09.45 (Sat-Sun). It stops in Amsterdam near the Central Station (De Ruijterkade 151). You will be picked up for your return journey from the same location at 17:00.
It's €20 for this return trip with this transfer coach. Of course, this is included in the mini cruise to Amsterdam.
Taxi from P&O Ferries terminal to Amsterdam
A Taxi is possible but relatively expensive; you can order one for about €250 to Amsterdam. Use the Rotterdamse Taxi Centrale if you want to travel by taxi.
With your car from the P&O Ferries terminal to Amsterdam
It's a 1 hour and 15-minute drive, as shown in the screenshot below.

About Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands, known for its port and modern architecture. The port is one of the most important in Europe and has a length of 40 km from the city to the sea.
Rotterdam is a vibrant and adventurous city because not all activities are centrally located. You could take a high-speed water taxi to different parts of the town to enjoy a completely different atmosphere and vibe.
Important to know: Rotterdam is just one hour away from Amsterdam and easily reachable by train, bus, etc.

FAQ Ferry Hull – Rotterdam
There are a number of questions that are frequently asked for this crossing to Rotterdam.
How long does the crossing from Hull to Rotterdam take?
Can I bring my pet on board?
Can you bring a bicycle on board the ferry?
What is a good alternative for this route?
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Booking Dates: – Book by Tuesday 28 November 2023
Travel Dates: Travel between 1 May & 14 December 2024
- Black Friday – 20% off Long Breaks to France (Dover – Calais)
- Black Friday – 20% off Midweek Standard Returns to Rotterdam
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Heather-Lock –
The Entertainment on this ferry is way better than a standard (large) Hotel. I booked and went on this trip at the end of July. Meals were ok, but they could be better. What I like the most about this ferry is that you can sleep on the ferry when traveling from Hull to (in my case: Amsterdam instead of) Rotterdam.