DFDS Seaways: Royal Quays
North Shields
Tyne & Wear
NE29 6EE
United Kingdom
Ferry time Approximatley 15 Hours
Various ferry crossing run between Newcastle and the ferry port of IJmuiden (Amsterdam) in the Netherlands with the ferry boat operator DFDS Seaways.
The ferry port of Newcastle is located 13 km east of the town center of Newcastle on the North bank of the river the River Tyne.
DFDS Seaways look after daily ferry crossing between Newcastle and Amsterdam and operate a daily service using 2 luxurious cruise/ferries m.s King of Scandinavia and m.s Princess of Norway
M.S King of Scandinavia
The king of Scandanavia cruise ship is capable of carrying 1534 passengers and 600 cars and has been used on this route since March 2008. It was completly renovated in 2006 It has a great choice entertainment to choose from including several restaurants, a nightclub, two cinemas, a casino, a childrens club, a number of shops and a programme evening of entertainment and dancing. The choice of cabins to choose from ranges from Economy to luxury.
Onboard facilities
* Cinema
* Shopping
* Dancing/disco
* Café
* Bake 'n' Coffee Cafe
* 7 Seas Buffet restaurant
* Blue Riband A la Carte restaurant
* Explorers Restaurant
* Sports Bar (King of Scandinavia)
* Casino
* Live entertainment
* Bureau de Change
* Kid’s club
* Sun lounge/deck
M.S. Princess of Norway
Onboard facilities
* 7 Seas Buffet restaurant
* Blue Riband A la Carte restaurant
* Marco Polo Gourmet restaurant
* Bake 'n' Coffee Cafe
* Columbus night Club
* Red & White Wine Bar
* Cafe Latitude
* Casino
* Sky Bar
* Bureau de Change
* Children's Play Area
* Live entertainment
Ferry Port Newcastle facilities:
The terminal ferry port of Newcastle has good facilities such as a bar, currency exchange, shop, ticket sales and information desk, automated baggage handling, arcade, vending machines,toilets and baby changing facilities. The ferry terminal is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Parking Newcastle Ferry Port
Near the ferry terminal at the Quay, there is secure parking available for the duration of your journey. Prices are per day with the current prices being £8.00 per day. For further information contact 0191 293 6262 or 08705 333 000.
Getting to the Ferry Port Newcastle
By car
From the west follow signs to the City, & then signs for coast which leads to the A1058. Follow signs to ferries & North Sea, which leads to the Royal Quays. From both the north & south follow A19 to Tyne Tunnel roundabout which is north of the River Tyne and then follow signs to ferries & North Sea, which leads to the Royal Quays.
By train
Newcastle Central station is the main train station and is well connected with the rest of the UK. There is a connecting bus service to the ferry terminal that departs 2 hours 20 minutes, and 1 hour 15 minutes prior to each sailing.
By bus
There is a frequent National Express service operating various coaches to Newcastle stopping at Gallowgate station (St James Metro) opposite St James' Park football ground.