Colchester to Amsterdam ferry with Stena Line

Sun, Dec 14
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest price

$119

Average price

$122

Fastest journey

7 h 15 m

Average duration

7 h 38 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

277 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Colchester to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Colchester to Amsterdam will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Colchester for Amsterdam on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 15 the direct ferries cover the 277 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 Mon, Dec 15 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.

Stena LineStena Line
11:00PM8h00
Harwich International Port
08:00AMPort of Hoek van Holland
$1191One-way
0 transfers
Stena LineStena Line
09:00AM7h15
Harwich International Port
05:15PMPort of Hoek van Holland
$1251One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, flight, and ferry for Colchester to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €190.

Distance: 149 nautical miles (277 km)

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Flight
Train

€94

Average price

Cheapest

€101

Average price

€190

Average price

8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 25m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Colchester to Amsterdam Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
7h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
08:00AM
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Sun

Live departures

Colchester to Amsterdam ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Amsterdam ferries for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 6:36 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
stena_lineStena Line11:00 PM Harwich International Port
8h00
7:00 AM Port of Hoek van Holland0 transfersDirect
Monday, December 15
stena_lineStena Line9:00 AM Harwich International Port
7h15
4:15 PM Port of Hoek van Holland0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam

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Ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (277 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $50 (€40)
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Distance
149 nautical miles (277 km)
Average sailing duration
7h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$75 (€60)
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
11
Fastest ferry
6h 45m
First ferry
09:00
Last ferry
23:00
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $50 (€40)

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Colchester to AmsterdamYou can travel by ferry between Colchester to Amsterdam with Stena Line for as low as $50 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Price
$83 (€66)
Stena Line frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Colchester to Amsterdam can start from as little as $80 (€65) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Colchester to Amsterdam is $104 (€84); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time from Colchester to Amsterdam is on average 6 h 45 min   for the 172 mile (277 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Colchester and Amsterdam by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam leaves at 9: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam leaves at 11: 00 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Colchester to Amsterdam as it is a vehicle only route.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Amsterdam from Colchester including taking a train, flight or ferry.

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