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Journey Information
There is usually just one ferry option from North Shields to Ijmuiden per day. The average ferry journey from North Shields to Ijmuiden takes 15 hours and 45 minutes, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 304 mi (489 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €120.15 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | DFDS Seaways |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from North Shields to Ijmuiden?
There is one ferry company that operates from North Shields to Ijmuiden. DFDS Seaways is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DFDS Seaways | 1 | 15h 45m | €120.15 |
Book DFDS Seaways from North Shields to Ijmuiden from €120. Typically there is one DFDS Seaways schedule per day from North Shields to Ijmuiden and you can expect on average to pay for a DFDS Seaways ticket to Ijmuiden. In North Shields, DFDS Seaways departs to Ijmuiden from Ferry Terminal . In Ijmuiden, DFDS Seaways arrives at Ferry Terminal .
An average trip on DFDS Seaways from North Shields to Ijmuiden takes 15 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 15 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 304 miles (489 kilometers) from North Shields to Ijmuiden. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the ferry. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from North Shields to Ijmuiden is on Wednesday. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Wednesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from North Shields to Ijmuiden. Therefore, the 17:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
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Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in North Shields?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in North Shields.
All ferry stations in North Shields:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Ijmuiden?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from North Shields arrive at one main station in Ijmuiden.
Ferry stations in Ijmuiden:
Ferry Terminal
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