Hull to Amsterdam mini cruise

3 night mini cruise to Amsterdam? 3 days, 2 nights on board

The Hull to Amsterdam Mini Cruise is a popular short break combining overnight ferry travel with a day in Amsterdam. The trip departs from King George Dock in Hull and is operated by P&O Ferries. Many travellers know this trip as the “Dutch Dash”. It is sometimes called a 3 night mini cruise to Amsterdam, but the P&O Ferries trip is 3 days with 2 nights on board.

You check in during the evening, enjoy dinner and live entertainment on board, and wake up the next morning at Europoort (Rotterdam). From there, a coach takes you to the centre of Amsterdam for a day of sightseeing before returning to Hull in the evening.

Quick Facts

• Distance: 221 miles
• Sailing time: approx. 12 hours
• Price: from £65 per person (two sharing, Sunday to Wednesday departures)
• Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

✅ Booking this trip

Many travellers choose to book this Amsterdam mini cruise with Caledonian because it solves several common problems at once: planning time, transport coordination and short-break value. For a 2- to 4-day trip, that can matter more than chasing the fastest route.

• Less planning, fewer moving parts Flights, hotel nights, airport transfers and city transport can quickly become a fragmented booking. This type of trip combines coach travel, a ferry crossing, and a cabin stay into a clearer structure.
• Easier to budget When the main travel elements are already included, the overall cost is easier to follow. Caledonian also promotes low deposits from £40 and many breaks under £100, which can appeal to budget-focused travellers.
• The journey feels part of the break The overnight crossing includes an en-suite cabin, dining areas, lounges, and onboard entertainment. For many travellers, that feels more relaxed than a same-day airport routine.
• Regional departures can help Coach departures from regional pickup points can be useful for travellers who do not want to arrange separate rail travel or drive long distances to the port.
• Added booking reassurance Caledonian highlights secure payments, delayed access to customer funds until after travel, and a Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2025. For some travellers, trust signals like that are part of the booking decision.

Who usually books this?

• Couples wanting a short Amsterdam break
• Friends travelling for a weekend
• Travellers who dislike airports
• People want a fixed-price style trip
• Travellers from northern Britain looking for a practical departure option

Why Amsterdam works for this format

• Compact city centre with many sights close together
• Canals, museums and central squares are within easy reach
• Well-suited to a full-day or short-stay visit
• Popular repeat destination for UK mini cruise travellers

Bottom line: If you want Amsterdam without piecing together multiple bookings, many travellers see value in booking this trip with Caledonian. It is not about being the fastest route. It is about using time well, keeping planning simple and making the crossing part of the break.

Itinerary: mini cruise to Amsterdam

Day	Details
Day #1	Check-in from 15:00 at Passenger Terminal 1 (Port of Hull). Boarding starts at 16:00. Departure at 20:30 (20:00 at weekends).
Day #2	Arrival at Europoort (Rotterdam). Coach transfer to Amsterdam city centre (Piet Heinkade 95) for a full-day visit. Return transfer to the ferry departs around 17:00.
Day #3	Morning arrival back in Hull.

Onboard Experience

Ships: Pride of Rotterdam & Pride of Hull

• Entertainment: Live music, cinema, children’s activities, and casino

• Dining: Brasserie, buffet restaurant, and Starbucks

• Shopping: Duty-free store (World Duty Free)

Cabin Options & Prices

Cabin Type	From	Description
Standard Cabin	£20	2 bunk beds, private bathroom
Premier Cabin	£45	Larger, with coffee/tea facilities
Club Cabin	£133	Spacious, includes minibar, TV, premium toiletries

Pet-friendly and family cabins are also available. All cabins feature private bathrooms with showers and towels.

Save money: Book meals in advance and receive up to a 10% discount. Read more about pricing on this route.

Other mini cruise routes

Route	From	Notes
Hull to Rotterdam	£65 pp	Includes coach to the Rotterdam city centre
Newcastle to Amsterdam	£179 pp	Operated by DFDS, arrives near Amsterdam
Themed Mini Cruises	Varies	Special event sailings (e.g., Christmas, 80s party, Halloween)

Compare all mini cruises from Hull on one page.

Things to do in Amsterdam

• Rijksmuseum: Dutch art and Rembrandt’s Night Watch
• Canal Cruise: Explore Amsterdam’s canals by boat
• Dam Square: Central location near the Royal Palace and shops
• Van Gogh Museum: Dedicated to Vincent van Gogh’s life and work
• Heineken Experience: Interactive brewery tour ( I used to live nearby: many tourists from the UK go here, and there are many pubs / places to lunch nearby)

But we have to be honest here, in Amsterdam, there is enough to do. A guide like ‘do this and that’ is not needed; just be there and walk around to enjoy!

Read more about ferrying to Amsterdam!

Getting to Hull Port

Parking:
Mini cruises are for foot passengers only. Cars cannot be taken on this trip, but parking is available at King George Dock (Terminal 1) for about £10 per 24 hours. Read more about Parking at Hull.

By public transport:
Hull Paragon Station → local bus to King George Dock

Bus: Services run directly from The Interchange (next to St Stephen’s Shopping Centre)

Important: Mini cruises are for foot passengers only. To bring a vehicle, book a standard ferry ticket instead.