Ferries from Newcastle

DFDS King of Scandinavia and Princess of Norway

DFDS have two ferries that operate on the crossing from Newcastle to Amsterdam (Ijmuiden). Both were renovated in 2006 to bring them up to DFDS's high standards, and of course have a range of facilities on board to make your crossing an enjoyable part of your holiday.

With comfortable bars, a range of restaurants, even cinemas and a casino, the journey to Amsterdam on ferries from Newcastle is really part of your holiday as you avoid the long drive south for the Channel ferries.

There's a choice of cabins for a comfortable night's sleep and even conference facilities if you're on a business trip. Travel in style when you cross from Newcastle to Amsterdam with DFDS ferries.

m.s. King of Scandinavia

DFDS have two ferries to Amsterdam travelling from Newcastle, both modern with a range of facilities on board.

m.s. King of Scandinavia

A major refurbishment of the King of Scandinavia in 2006 brought the ferry bang up to date with comfortable and spacious cabins.

With a capacity for 1,534 passengers and 600 cars there is a range of facilities on board including restaurants, shops, bars, cafes, two cinemas and a disco with live entertainment.

• Length: 166 m


• Width: 27 m


• Gross Tonnage: 31,395 GRT


• Cruising Speed: 21 Knots


• Number of Cabins: 543


• Cars: 600


• Passengers: 2000


• Electrical system: 220 V. AC


• Engine Output: 19600 kW


• Classification: Lloyds Register


• Year built: 1987


• Renovated: 2006

m.s. Princess of Norway

The m.s. Princess of Norway, is the King of Scandinavia's sister ship.

With accommodation for over 1,350 people, the Princess of Norway has an excellent range of restaurants and bars, plus entertainment with its very own dance troope. Click here for more information about the facilities.

Built in 1986, the ship was renovated in 2006 when it joined the DFDS Seaways fleet to bring it up to standard.

• Length: 161 m


• Width: 27 m


• Gross Tonnage: 31360 GRT


• Cruising Speed: 20 Knots


• Number of Cabins: 501


• Cars: 580


• Passengers: 1600


• Electrical system: 220 V. AC


• Engine Output: 19600 kW


• Classification: Lloyds Register


• Year built: 1986


• Renovated: 2006

Alternatives to the ferry from Newcastle

Take the ferry from Hull to Rotterdam

As an alternative to the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam, you can also take the ferry from Hull to Rotterdam, which is a short distance from Amsterdam.

Click here for more information about the ferry to Rotterdam.

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