To Scotland with DPG

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With the ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle

Scotland is the ideal country for a beautiful road trip! You drive through breathtaking landscapes via narrow winding roads. Did you know that Scotland is only an hour's drive from Newcastle?

Get ready for a worry-free crossing with DFDS from IJmuiden to Newcastle. With no luggage limit, you can pack everything you need for the ultimate adventure. And with DPG you now receive a 15% discount!

Daily Sailings

Duty-Free Shopping

Tip: choose a departure day from Sunday to Wednesday for the best rates!

After arriving in Newcastle you are within an hour's drive of Scotland

Relax in our renovated cabins

Amsterdam

Newcastle

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Check-in closes	16:45
Departure	17:30
Arrival	09:15

All times shown are in local time.

Please note that timetables may change subject to weather conditions.

By ferry to Scotland

If you want to go on holiday to Scotland with your own car, then the ferry to Newcastle is ideal! Make the crossing part of your trip and experience comfort, space and relaxation on board.

You won't be bored during the crossing, because there are several restaurants, a nightclub and several bars with live music, a cinema, a casino and the SeaShop with great Duty Free offers. We advise you to book both dinner and breakfast before departure. Your holiday actually starts as soon as the ferry leaves, after which you can start your Scottish adventure well rested the next morning.

Onboard Experience

Duty Free Shopping

Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.

Ice cream dessert in North Sea Bistro on Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry

Food & Dining

Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Amsterdam and Newcastle.

Sleeping

Our range of en suite cabins provide accommodation to suit every taste and budget on a ferry between Holland and the UK.

Drinks in the bar onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Entertainment

Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Newcastle, or simply relaxing with a drink in hand.

Family Travel

Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.

Ship Overview

Discover everything there is to know about KING SEAWAYS and PRINCESS SEAWAYS.

Restaurants Onboard

North Sea Bistro

North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.

Explorer's Kitchen

Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.

Croissant, Muffin and Starbucks Coffee in Coffee Crew onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

Coffee Crew Café

Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.

Our Routes to the UK

DFDS has one of the largest ferry networks in Europe, with four routes operating to the UK.

The English Channel ferry crossings are convenient and fast at highly competitive prices, meaning you can take your car with you and explore what the UK has to offer.

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2025 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.

To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.

Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.

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