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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Harwich to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€72
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Harwich to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harwich to Rotterdam will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Harwich for Rotterdam on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 219 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Harwich to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Harwich to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 118 nautical miles (219 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€96 Average price Cheapest | €158 Average price |
12h 36m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Harwich to Rotterdam Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Harwich to Rotterdam ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Harwich to Rotterdam ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Harwich | 6h45 | 2:45 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Harwich | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Harwich to Rotterdam
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Ferries from Harwich to Rotterdam run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €50 by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 118 nautical miles (219 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Harwich to Rotterdam are available to foot passengers.
Distance 118 nautical miles (219 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS from Harwich to RotterdamYou can travel by ferry between Harwich to Rotterdam with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS for as low as €50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
P&O Ferries
DFDS
Stena Line
FAQs: Ferry from Harwich to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harwich 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Harwich to Rotterdam
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 06:00 - 22:00
- Saturday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi
- The Waterfront Harwich (0.6km)
- The Alma Inn & Dining Rooms (0.8km)
- The Pier Hotel (0.9km)
- Main companies are Harwich Taxis and Dovercourt Taxis.
- Free
- Bus line 20/20A, Harwich International Station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 09:00-13:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Main companies are Rotterdam Taxi Service and St. Job Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 105, Stop: Europoort Transferium
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