Hull to Belgium
by ferry
Take the Hull Belgium ferry and enjoy a short drive from Rotterdam to discover Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp.
Reach Belgium in under an hour after arrival
Heading to Belgium from Hull
In the past, there was a direct ferry service from Hull to Belgium. Unfortunately, this service was discontinued in 2020. However, Belgium is easily reached from the arrival port in Rotterdam!
Belgium is a great destination to reach by ferry from Hull. Once you step on board, the ferry sails overnight all the way south, leaving you with only a short journey after arrival. When the roads are clear, you can reach the Belgian border in under an hour. Cities like Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges are then just a short drive away. For holidaymakers, this means you can wake up ready to enjoy your first full day in Belgium. The same goes for your return journey, as the ferry from Rotterdam departs late in the evening (see the timetable for exact times).
Drive times from Rotterdam Port
From the ferry port in Rotterdam, you can reach Belgium quickly and easily by car. Most routes lead via Antwerp, which serves as a major gateway to Belgium and the rest of Europe.
| Destination | Driving time |
|---|---|
| Antwerp | 1 hr 15 mins |
| Ghent | 1 hr 45 mins |
| Bruges | 2 hrs |
| The Ardennes | 3 hrs 30 mins |
Sometimes the navigation will take you through the Dutch province of Zeeland, because Antwerp can be very busy. You’ll then drive across the Delta Works, a piece of Dutch hydraulic engineering that you can also visit.
Previously possible, but long discontinued
The former Hull to Zeebrugge ferry
For many years, the Hull to Zeebrugge route provided a connection between the north of England and Belgium. Operated by P&O Ferries, this overnight service was popular with both leisure travellers and freight customers, offering an easy way to reach mainland Europe without the long drive to southern ports.
However, due to a steady decline in passenger numbers and changing freight demands, the route was discontinued in March 2020.
Today, the Hull to Rotterdam route remains the best alternative for travellers heading to Belgium, France, or beyond.
Quick navigation:
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.
Discover the live timetable from Hull to Rotterdam or from Rotterdam to Hull.
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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