Newcastle Ferry Terminal Transfers
To the Port of Tyne for the overnight ferry to Amsterdam, in a full-electric Mercedes V-Class.
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DFDS sails overnight from the Port of Tyne to IJmuiden, near Amsterdam. The terminal is at Royal Quays in North Shields, east of Newcastle, about 158 miles from Ormskirk.
Every journey is in our full-electric Mercedes V-Class, with a starlight ceiling, two TVs, a table, a fridge and room for six passengers and their luggage. Coming back? Send us your return sailing and we’ll be there when you arrive.
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Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal
The passenger terminal at Royal Quays, North Shields.
DFDS
Overnight sailings to IJmuiden, for Amsterdam.
Royal Quays, NE29 6EE
International Ferry Terminal, Royal Quays, North Shields.
It’s often called the Newcastle ferry, but the terminal is in North Shields, not Newcastle city centre.
Before you travel
Planned around your sailing
Tell us your sailing details when you book and we’ll plan the journey around the check-in time on your ticket.
Check-in comes first
Ports close check-in before departure. We work back from that time, with allowance for traffic.
To the terminal
We drop you at the passenger terminal for foot-passenger check-in.
Met when you arrive
Send us your return sailing. If it’s running late, let us know and we’ll adjust.
The cabin
A starlight ceiling, two TVs, a table, a fridge and full leather seating for six. It’s the part of the trip our passengers talk about.



Where we collect from
We collect from home across West Lancashire, Merseyside and the wider North West.
FAQs
What if my sailing is delayed?
Send us your sailing details when you book. If your crossing or ship is running late, let us know and we’ll change your pick-up time.
Where is the Newcastle–Amsterdam ferry terminal?
At Royal Quays in North Shields (NE29 6EE), on the north bank of the Tyne.
How far is Port of Tyne from Ormskirk?
About 158 miles by road. Journey time depends on traffic.
How many passengers can you take?
The V-Class seats six, with space for their luggage.
Do you only go to Port of Tyne?
No. We cover the whole of the UK: every airport, ferry and cruise port, plus weddings, events and corporate travel.
Can you take me as a foot passenger?
Yes. We drop you at the terminal for foot-passenger check-in, so you don’t need to take your own car on the ferry.
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