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Ferry from Harwich to The Hague

Ferry from Harwich to The Hague
One of the Closest Dutch Cities to a Ferry Port

The Hague is one of the closest major cities to the Hook of Holland ferry terminal. After arriving from Harwich, the journey to The Hague takes less than an hour by road or public transport. For travellers without a car, rail and metro connections are available from the port.

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Harwich Hook of Holland
6 hr 30
From£ 44
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The daytime crossing takes up a large part of the day, but it is often one of the more affordable options available. Budget-friendly cabins are frequently offered, giving you a private space to relax during the journey.

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Harwich Hook of Holland (night)
8 hr · overnight
From£ 89
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A comfortable overnight crossing on large ferries. The sailing is long enough to get some rest while still arriving in the Netherlands early in the morning. Thanks to excellent rail and public transport connections, it is also a popular choice among foot passengers and cyclists.

Ferry services from Harwich to The Hague

Stena Line operates both daytime and overnight sailings between Harwich and Hook of Holland. The Hague lies close to the arrival port and can be reached by road or public transport.

Map with suggested Harwich – The Hague ferry routes

This map shows ferry routes from Harwich to The Hague, with crossing times, fares and the ports they sail from. Tap a route for details, tap a port for its sailings, or zoom in for more.

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Compared with the overnight routes from Hull and Newcastle, the Harwich crossing offers greater flexibility thanks to its combination of daytime and overnight departures.

One of the Closest Dutch Cities to a Ferry Port

The Hague lies around 15 miles from Hook of Holland and is well connected by both road and public transport. By car, the journey takes around 30 minutes, while metro and train connections typically get you to the city in about an hour. This makes the port a practical arrival point for travellers heading to the Dutch coast, The Hague or nearby destinations.

By car

The Hague is one of the closest major Dutch cities to the Harwich ferry route. Most travellers can leave the ship and be on their way within minutes.

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The Hague is often combined with visits to Delft and Scheveningen, both located a short distance from the city.

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