Hull to Germany
by Ferry
Everything you need to know about travelling by ferry from Hull in the United Kingdom to Germany.
Heading to Germany from Hull
Heading to Germany from Hull
The Rotterdam-Hull ferry provides a logical connection for people who want to travel to Germany and beyond with their own vehicle. From Rotterdam, it’s easy to drive through the Netherlands to various destinations in Germany.
Once the ferry docks in Rotterdam the morning, you’re already close to the German border and within a few hours’ drive of major cities such as Düsseldorf, Cologne, Dortmund, and Hamburg. With good motorway connections and efficient infrastructure, the onward journey is pretty straightforward.
Drive times from Rotterdam port
You drive straight through the Netherlands to Germany, but since the roads in the Netherlands are efficient and the country isn’t very large, you reach Germany quickly.
| Destination | Driving time |
|---|---|
| Düsseldorf | 2 hrs 15 mins |
| Cologne | 2 hrs 45 mins |
| Dortmund | 3 hrs 15 mins |
| Hamburg | 5 hrs 30 mins |
| Berlin | 6 hrs 30 mins |
Alternatives
Other ferry routes to Germany
A possible alternative route for travellers from northern England and Scotland heading to Germany goes via Amsterdam. DFDS operates a similar schedule from Newcastle to the port of IJmuiden (Amsterdam port). From Amsterdam, Germany is also easy to reach.
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At Hull-Rotterdam.com, we provide all the essential information about the crossing. Continue reading on our website to learn more about the ferry trip and prepare to board with complete peace of mind.
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Discover all the things you can do on board the Pride of Hull and the Pride of Rotterdam.
Some time left after arriving at the port of Rotterdam?
Just 30 minutes from the port of Rotterdam, you’ll find a great family outing: Kinderdijk. This UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for its 19 iconic windmills, built to manage water levels in the Dutch polders. Families can enjoy a relaxing walk or bike ride along the canals, watching the windmills in action and spotting ducks and swans along the way.
- 30 min. from port