Ferries to England – Schedules, Offers, and Online Booking
Travel to England: history, iconic cities, and stunning coastlines!
England, a land of tradition, hospitality, and culture, is one of the main destinations reachable by sea from continental Europe.
With its vibrant cities like
London,
Dover, or
Newcastle and beautiful coastal landscapes, it offers many travel opportunities.
Booking online on Ferriesonline.com allows you to compare schedules, companies, and fares in real time and choose the option that best suits your needs.
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▸ Connections to England▸ Prices and offers▸ Check-in and Boarding▸ Travel Tips▸ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions🌍 Ferry Connections to England
Ferry connections from Europe to England are convenient and scenic, allowing you to cross the North Sea or the English Channel with your vehicle (car, motorcycle, or motorhome).
Main Routes
Amsterdam (IJmuiden) → Newcastle : duration 17 hours
Calais → Dover: duration about 2 hours
Hook of Holland → Harwich: duration about 6 hours
Companies
Brittany Ferries 
DFDS Seaways 
Stena Line Onboard Services
🛌 Inside and Outside cabins
🍽 Bars and restaurants
💺 Lounges and relaxation areas
📶 Wi-Fi available on many crossings
🐶 Pet-friendly zones
♿ Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility
💸 Prices and Offers
On Ferriesonline.com you can compare updated prices for routes to England for travelers, cars, and motorhomes. Costs depend on the route, season, company, and type of accommodation chosen.
It is recommended to book in advance to get the best rates.
🚢 Check-in and Boarding
Here is some useful information for traveling by ferry to England:
🎫 Boarding Pass: collect at the ticket office by presenting your ticket (printed or PDF).
📄 Required Documents: valid passport (check entry requirements for the UK at the time of booking).
⏳ Arrival time at the port: with vehicle at least 2–3 hours before departure; without vehicle at least 1–2 hours before departure.
🧳 Travel Tips
🌆
England is a destination rich in history, culture, and iconic landscapes. Besides vibrant
London, with attractions like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum, the country offers charming coastal towns, traditional villages, and green countryside perfect for road trips.
🌊 The famous
White Cliffs of Dover are one of the most recognizable symbols of southern England and are often the first sight seen when arriving by ferry from France.
☕ English cuisine goes beyond the classic
fish & chips: try
Sunday roast, meat pies, English breakfast, and the iconic
afternoon tea, a true cultural tradition.
💰 The currency used is the British Pound (GBP) and the official language is English.
FERRIES TO ENGLAND
Many ships allow pets in cabins with pet access. Pets must have a microchip, up-to-date vaccinations and a European pet passport. Some companies offer pet-friendly cabins or kennel areas on board. Pets are not allowed for foot passengers on the Calais-Dover route and vice versa.
Vehicles can be taken on board all ferries. In this case, you must indicate the vehicle's registration number, make and model when booking. Commercial vehicles cannot be booked.
Yes, this is possible depending on the fare conditions of each company. We invite you to check the modification or cancellation options available at the time of booking by reading the shipping company's regulations.
Non-British/Irish citizens will need a valid passport and ETA to enter the country. British or Irish citizens do not need a passport but must have a form of identification (driving licence, international student card, photo ID card, health insurance card, photo bus/train pass or photo work card).
Yes. In the case of advanced pregnancy, we recommend that you present a medical certificate attesting to your fitness to travel in order to ensure maximum safety on board.
Invoices are only issued for the following companies:
- Grimaldi Lines: follow the link on the ticket;
- GNV: invoices can be requested using the following link: https://booking.gnv.it/formfatc
- Moby, Tirrenia and Toremar: invoices can only be requested by telephone before purchase by contacting our call centre;
- Blu Navy issues invoices within 24 hours of ticket purchase by sending an email or contacting the company by telephone.
Invoices cannot be issued for any other companies.
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