Ferry from Hull to Zeebrugge
The Hull to Zeebrugge ferry ended in 2021, when P&O withdrew the route. Hull still has its own overnight boat, though: P&O Ferries to Rotterdam Europoort, every evening, and from there Belgium is a little over an hour by car and Zeebrugge itself around two. For most people who used the old Zeebrugge sailing, that is now the practical way across, with no long drive south to Dover.
Routes
This ferry no longer runs. To reach your destination, these are the crossings we recommend instead.
Our experience
We found this to be a pleasant and relaxed crossing with a convenient schedule. It’s particularly well suited to travellers with a car or motorcycle, as onward travel options for foot passengers are more limited.
Our experience
This is the only cross-Channel route we haven’t personally sailed, so we can’t offer a first-hand opinion.
Our experience
A comfortable overnight crossing on large ferries. The sailing is short enough to get some rest while still arriving early in the Netherlands, leaving you with a full day to enjoy in Belgium. Thanks to excellent public transport connections, it’s also a popular choice with cyclists.
Who sails the alternatives
There are currently no active ferry services between Hull and Zeebrugge. The Hull–Rotterdam route is operated by P&O Ferries.
Map with suggested Hull – Zeebrugge ferry routes
This map shows ferry routes from Hull,dover,harwich to Zeebrugge, 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.
Photos from the journey
After the ferry: reaching Belgium
We’re actually assuming that Zeebrugge isn’t your final destination, but that you were simply under the impression that the Hull–Zeebrugge ferry still existed. Since Hull–Rotterdam is now the alternative, you can assume that Belgium is only a little over an hour away by car once you arrive in Rotterdam.
By car
This ferry is best suited to travellers with their own vehicle, as public transport connections from Rotterdam Europoort are fairly limited. By car, however, Belgium is easy to reach. The Belgian border is not far away.
One thing to keep in mind after arriving in the Netherlands is the Kiltunnel near Dordrecht. Many navigation systems will route you through it on the way to Belgium. Unlike most Dutch roads and motorways, this tunnel is subject to a toll. There are no toll booths, and payment must be made online after your journey. The fee itself is modest, but if you forget to pay, additional charges and fines can quickly exceed the original toll amount. If you’d rather avoid the hassle, you can either pay online shortly after using the tunnel or choose a route that bypasses it altogether.
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We have sailed nearly every one of these crossings ourselves, and the photos on this site are our own. Tell us where you are starting and we will point you to the smartest way across.