Hook of Holland – Harwich
Ferries to England
Hook of Holland – Harwich
Ferries to England
Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings between Hook of Holland and Harwich. Stena Line provides the ferry from Hook of Holland to Harwich. Hook of Holland Harwich ferries cost between $350 and $1252, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Hook of Holland Harwich ferry typically departs Hook of Holland at about 13:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 22:00.
Ferries from Hook of Holland to Harwich sail in around 9 hours. The fastest ferry is approximately 6 hours 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 14 weekly sailings from Hook of Holland to Harwich provided by Stena Line. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Hook of Holland to Harwich typically range between $344* and $1229*. On average the Hook of Holland Harwich ferry is $731*. The cheapest Hook of Holland Harwich ferry prices start from $344*. The average price for a foot passenger is $513*. The average price for a car is $787*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.
The distance between Hook of Holland to Harwich is approximately 199 miles (319km) or 172 nautical miles.
Yes, Hook of Holland Harwich ferries allow cars onboard with Stena Line between Hook of Holland and Harwich. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Hook of Holland and Harwich use our Deal Finder.
Stena Line allow foot passengers on Hook of Holland Harwich ferries.
Stena Line allow pets on ferries from Hook of Holland to Harwich. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Hook of Holland - Harwich Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Holland | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Stena Line | |
| Average Price | A$596* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 13 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 8h 2m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 13:45 | |
| Last Ferry | 22:00 | |
| Distance | 172 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Hook of Holland, sometimes called De Hoek, is a town located in the west of The Netherlands and a popular ferry gateway to Harwich, England, a route currently operated by Stena Line. The town's name is a reference to its location in the south west corner of Holland, at the mouth of the Nieuwe Waterweg ship canal that eventually flows to the North Sea.
The Hook of Holland ferry terminal has a few passenger facilities including a convenience store, a cafe and bar. The primary ferry route, taking you to Harwich, is run by world class ships boasting shops, cafes, foreign exchange services and a casino on board.
A popular visitor attraction in the town is the Coastal Defence Museum at Fort aan den Hoek Van Holland, which was built in the late 19th century to defend the newly excavated Nieuwe Waterweg against attack from the sea.
The town and port of Harwich is located in the English county of Essex and is the United Kingdom's second busiest passenger ferry port, with Stena Line operating the popular ferry route to and from the Hook of Holland.
Passenger facilities in the Harwich ferry terminal have been upgraded recently and now include waiting lounges, a bureau de change, cafes and restaurants. There is also an efficient and streamlined check-in system, significantly reducing waiting times for foot and vehicle passengers.
There is far more to Harwich than its port and there are many things for visitors to do and see. Popular attractions include the Ha'Penny Pier Visitor Centre on the Quay, where there are guided walking tours throughout the summer that take in sites including the Electric Palace Cinema, Redoubt Fort and a number of museums and lighthouses.
