DFDS Seaways - Ferries to Europe

DFDS Seaways is part of the DFDS Group, a leading maritime transport company from Denmark, and has provided passenger services for over 140 years. The company was founded in 1866 under the name Det Forenede Dampskibs-Selskab (`The United Steamship Company'). DFDS Seaways ships offer the discerning traveler the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of leisure and business facilities and the confidence of sailing with a long established and successful company whose reputation is based on first-class customer service.

DFDS Seaways operates ferries from both Harwich in Essex and Newcastle in the north east of England. 
With DFDS seaways you can sail to many North Sea destinations including Amsterdam in Holland and Esbjerg in Denmark with a variety of breaks on offer. DFDS Mini Cruise Breaks are ideal if you are looking for a romantic break; an action packed family outing or fun with friends.

DFDS Seaways fleet is considered as one of the largest fleets in Northern Europe. All of the DFDS Seaways ships are different in size, but each of the them has a singular charm and atmosphere that is why many of their travelers go frequently.

On board these overnight cruise/ferries, sample the bars, live entertainment and restaurants and on the next day check out the sights of your destination or get transferred to a different city before taking the boat home. DFDS Seaways' passenger shipping activities are organized in routes on the North Sea and the Kattegat. In addition, DFDS Seaways operates canal and harbor tours in Copenhagen: DFDS canal tours

DFDS Seaways route activities can be divided into three main areas:

1. Kattegat -  On the Kattegat: DFDS Seaways operates the route Copenhagen-Oslo.
2. North Sea North - On the North Sea North: DFDS Seaways operates the routes Harwich-Esbjerg and Newcastle-Bergen.
3. North Sea South - On the North Sea South: DFDS Seaways operates the route Newcastle-Amsterdam.

Onboard facilities

1. Cabin
2. Restaurants
3. Ship Overviews
4. Shopping
5. Entertainment

You can also enjoy the live music from the resident band. You can enjoy the parties, have drink, sit back or dance the night away. West End style shows and cabarets performed by our brilliant team of singers and dancers who will entertain you with fabulous costumes and lavish performance.

DFDS Seaways also offers Mini Cruises and Hotel Breaks, Family Breaks, Fun Breaks and Group Travel. You can enjoy these short breaks with your family and friends.

FERRY ROUTE INFORMATION

1. Newcastle to Amsterdam ferries - The ferry to Holland is the ideal gateway to Europe with top cities including Cologne less than 3 hours drive from  ferry port.
2. Copenhagen to Oslo ferries - Traveling to Scandinavia is easy and simple onboard with DFDS  ferries. With daily departures you can travel 365 days a year.
3. Harwich to Denmark ferry - With up to 4 departures a week our ferry to Denmark allows you to reach Sweden & Germany in less than 3 hours.