Departure for Zandvoort, Netherlands. Blue suitcase at the railway station

Take the train and Rail & Sail to Holland

Take the train and Rail & Sail to Holland

 

Train to Hook of Holland direct from London, Liverpool Street.

Book Rail & Sail

Please note when purchasing Rail & Sail tickets

NS (Dutch Railway company) are not pre-selling any tickets via Stena Line which means customers cannot book the Rail & Sail product with inclusive onward travel via Metro and NS. Customers are advised to buy their tickets for onward travel in the Netherlands directly from NS or at the station just outside our Hook of Holland terminal.

Dutchflyer Rail & Sail is the easiest way to get from London to Hook Of Holland in comfort and style

Stena Line's Dutchflyer provides combined rail and ferry travel for passengers wishing to travel from Britain to Holland. Depart from any Greater Anglia station to our Hook of Holland Port. 

 

Train services from Greater Anglia stations take you to Harwich International Port where you can board one of Stena Line's two Superferries to Holland.

Depart from any Greater Anglia Station

Depart from any Greater Anglia station to Harwich International port where your Stena Line ferry will sail you straight across to Holland.

Greater Anglia trains conveniently depart from London Liverpool Street, Ipswich, Colchester, Norwich and Cambridge.

For a complete list of Greater Anglia stations, visit the Greater Anglia Website.

Fast Travel within Holland

Metro rail services are now available from Hook of Holland Port to Schiedam Centrum. The metro station can be found outside the front of the ferry terminal. Visit ret.nl for further information on public transaport to and from Hook of Holland Port

From Schiedam Centrum there you can access to the NS rail system, Amsterdam is under an hour and a half away, The Hague is just 30 minutes. For a complete list of NS stations in Holland, visit the NS Rail website. Note that travel on the Metro or NS services is not included in the Dutchflyer ticket. Book your Dutchflyer ticket.

Timetable

The dutchflyer operates an “open” rail ticket which means that you can travel to the port at whichever time is most convenient to you. If you need help choosing which rail service will ensure a timely arrival at the port please view our recommended rail timetable.

Information on travelling to/from Holland with a bike

Unfortunately, bicycles cannot be included as part of our Rail & Sail Ticket Package. Should you wish to travel with your bicycle, all rail travel has to be be booked directly through the railway carrier websites. Please visit Greater Anglia for booking cycles on the UK section of your journey and NS Railways or RET for the Dutch section. It is possible to book your bicycle on our ferries to Holland but this must to be done separately as a foot passenger and not as part of our Rail & Sail Dutchflyer Package.

 

Please note, that bicycles are allowed on the metro between Monday - Friday from 9:00 to 16:00 and after 18:30; and all day on Saturday and Sunday.

More Information

If you are unable to find an answer to your query, please email us your question or call us on 03443 350027.

 

Q: What is the Dutchflyer?

A: A product that combines a Stena Line ferry crossing and a train ticket from the UK to Holland thanks to a partnership between Stena Line and Greater Anglia Rail.

 

Q: How does it work?

A: The Dutchflyer provides rail travel from any Greater Anglia station and a ferry crossing from Harwich to the Hook of Holland.

 

Q: How long is the sailing?

A: Approximately 6.5 hours with the option of travelling day or overnight.

 

Q: How do I buy tickets?

A: Dutchflyer tickets can be booked online through the Stena Line website here, at London Liverpool St. Station ticket office, or by calling 03443 350027 (UK only). We recommend international customers book online.

 

Q: Do you accept international credit cards?

A: Yes. If you are using a card from the US and experience any problems completing payment, please call our USA Toll Free Number: 1-866-261-0359 (08:00-22:00 CET).

 

Q: Do I have to print out my e-ticket?

A: Yes, please make sure you print a copy of the itinerary / e-ticket before the start of your journey. This will be accepted as a valid travel document for your rail journey on Greater Anglia rail services in the UK and for your ferry crossing.

 

Q: Where can I catch the train from/to in the UK?

A: Any station that is part of the Greater Anglia network.

 

Q: Where can I catch the train to/from in the Netherlands?

A: Directly in front of the terminal you'll find the RET Metro line to Schiedam Centrum. Once in Schiedam Centrum, interchange to the train service for travel to any station within the NS network. Please note that travel on the RET Metro line or the NS Network is not included as part of the Dutchflyer ticket.

 

Q: What is meant by an ‘open rail ticket’?

A: This simply means that you can use it on any Greater Anglia service on the day you have purchased it - you are able to catch any train at any time.

 

Q: Can I catch any train to the port or only the one I selected in my booking?

A: The Dutchflyer rail ticket is an open ticket which means you can use it on any Greater Anglia service on your ferry travel date - you are able to catch any train at any time.

 

Q: How do I book the Dutchflyer starting in the Netherlands?

A: Simply visit our Dutch site at www.stenaline.nl/en-GB-nl/england/rail-and-sail and go through the booking process.

 

Q: Do I have to book a cabin on overnight sailings?

A: Yes, cabins are compulsory on overnight sailings.

 

Q: Do I have to book a cabin on day sailings?

A: No, although cabins are half price on day sailings and can be a good option to relax.

 

Q: How much luggage can I take?

A: As much as you can carry. We do not have a luggage limit although we do recommend keeping luggage to a manageable amount as you will be getting on and off trains during your journey.

 

Q: Can I take my pet with me?

A: Yes, but please be aware of the requirements for travelling with pets to Europe. Simply add the number of pets that are travelling with you in the booking dialogue. Pets travel free on Greater Anglia trains (London to Harwich).

 

Q: Can I take a bicycle with me?

A: Unfortunately, it is not possible to include bicycles as part of our Rail & Sail Dutchflyer Ticket. If you wish to travel with your bicycle, all rail travel must be booked directly on the railway carrier websites. For all information, please visit Greater Anglia to book the UK leg of your journey. Onward travel in the Netherlands can be booked via NS Railways or RET (Rotterdam Public Transport). You can book your bicycle on our ferries but this has to be done separately as a foot passenger and not as part of our Rail & Sail package.

 

Q: Can I change my Dutchflyer booking?

A: Provided the origin station remains the same, changes to tickets can be made at least 14 days in advance of the outward travel date, upon payment of a £10 administration fee plus any increase in fare between the cost of the original journey and your amended travel dates. No refund will be made if an amendment results in a price decrease.

 

Q: What if I want to extend my holiday?

A: You can extend your holiday by calling us on (+44 (0) 3447 70 70 70). You will be required to pay an amendment fee of £10.00 per change plus any difference in the fare.

 

Q: What if I need to cancel my booking?

A: There is no refund value on any 'Dutchflyer' product, but in the event of the cancellation of the service on which the reservation has been made, you will have the option of a full refund (as set out in the National Rail Conditions of Carriage).

Single/Return Fare Prices for Day & Night Sailings from Any Greater Anglia Station to Hook of Holland

 

Fare TypeTicketAdultChild
DaySingleFrom £67*£34*
DayReturnFrom £134£67
Overnight**SingleFrom £111 + ef^£34
Overnight**ReturnFrom £222 + ef^£67

 

* This is our cheapest, online fare and is subject to availability. Fares must be booked at least 7 days in advance. Group fares available on request

** Online overnight price includes single, inside cabin

^ Enviromental fee

 

All fares are subject to availability and restricted space. Book early for the best fares.

 

Please note
Ticket is not valid for travel onany Metro or NS service. To book a family cabin your booking must include a child fare. The Dutchflyer is a Rail and Sail service brought to you by partners Stena Line & Greater Anglia Railways.

 

Station Monday - ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
London Liverpool St.dep.06.00     20.00     06.00     20.00     06.36     20.00     06.45     20.00     
Colchester*dep.06.48     ‐ 06.48     ‐ 07.37      ‐ 07.48     20.54
Manningtree~dep.07.00~   21.01~07.00~   21.01~07.45      21.00~07.56     21.02
Harwich Internationalarr.07.16      21.17 07.16      21.17 07.59      21.16 08.11      21.16 

 

Ferry Monday - ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
HarwichDep09.00     23.0009.00     23.0009.00     23.0009.00     23.00
Hook of HollandArr17.15       08.0017.15       08.0017.15       08.0017.15       08.00

 

Notes

* Change at Colchester

~ Change at Manningtree

We strongly recommend that you visit the Greater Anglia and NS Rail websites before travelling to check for any disruptions to the rail services listed below as well as for the latest rail travel news and updates.

 

Ferry Monday - ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Hook of HollandDep14.15      22.0014.15      22.0014.15      22.0013.45      22.00
HarwichArr19.45     06.3019.45     06.3019.45     06.3019.45     06.30

 

Train/Metro Monday - ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Harwich InternationalDep20.45     08.0820.45     08.0820.45     07.2020.30     07.20
London (Liverpool St.)Arr22.14      09.5622.14      09.5622.14      08.4421.43      08.57

 

Notes

We strongly recommend that you visit the Greater Anglia and NS Rail websites before travelling to check for any disruptions to the rail services listed below as well as for the latest rail travel news and updates.

At London Liverpool Street Station (platform 10) there is a luggage depot which is open from 07.00 - 23.00 hrs. The cost per bag is approx €14.00 ( £12.50 ) per 24 hrs.

Stena Line and Greater Anglia Railways reserve the right to make minor changes to all products up to 36 hours prior to departure and cannot accept any liability for any inaccuracy in the information contained in these terms and conditions, which may be subject to alteration without notice. For full terms and conditions of travel onboard Stena Line ferries, please refer to the current edition of Stena Line's Ferry Guide. Your final destination must be stated at time of booking.

Tickets will not be valid for alternative destinations or routes. Our fares start at £49 single and terms and conditions apply. For bookings paid for by credit card, made by phone or at a travel agent, additional fees may apply.

Advance single 'Dutchflyer' fares are available only in standard accommodation from any Greater Anglia station and Harwich International.

Please note, Rail & Sail train tickets are not valid on private carriers including: Arriva, Breng, Connexxion, Syntus and Thalys. There is an additional charge for Intercity Direct and ICE trains.

The 'Dutchflyer' fare does not include travel on Dutch rail services.

Availability is limited, particularly at busy times. For the cheapest fare of £49 you must book your outward and return journeys at least 14 full days in advance of your outward journey.

Travel must be on the dates and times shown on the ticket. No break of journey is allowed other than to join connecting services. There is no reduction on the Advance fare for Railcard holders. Children aged 5-15 inclusive pay 50% off the available fare. If you travel on a different train or ferry to that shown on your ticket it will be invalid, and a full single fare will be payable.

Advance ticket refunds and change of travel arrangements:

Change of journey plans
a) Provided the origin and destination stations remain the same, changes to tickets can be made at least 14 days in advance of the outward travel date, upon payment of a £10 administration fee plus any increase in fare between the cost of the original journey and your amended travel dates. No refund will be made if an amendment results in a price decrease.

Refunds
a) There is no refund value on any 'Dutchflyer' product, but in the event of the cancellation of the service on which the reservation has been made, you will have the option of a full refund (as set out in the National Rail Conditions of Carriage).

b) Refunds can only be obtained from the point of purchase.

Travel Conditions
The transport of travellers, their luggage and vehicles is carried out in accordance with the travel conditions of Stena Line BV, of which registry is filed at the District Court in Rotterdam, unless the convention of international transport of travellers and their luggage per railway (CIV) is valid. The travel conditions are available for perusal at the office and onboard the ships of Stena Line BV.

Onboard cabins
Prices will vary according to travelling dates and are subject to availability. Prices are per cabin per night, including tax. and are compulsory when traveling on overnight ferry sailings.

Privacy Policy
Because protecting your privacy is very important to the 'Dutchflyer' (operated by Stena Line and Greater Anglia Railways), we have adopted the following policies to safeguard your personal information. We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of information we collect and hold. This Policy Statement reflects the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the 8 principles this embodies. Click here for further information http://www.dataprotection.gov.uk/principl.htm

We limit the collection and use of personal information to what is necessary to administer business, provide customers with the highest quality service, and offer opportunities we think will be of value to customers. We do not disclose any individual information to other organisations, unless we have prior authorisation from the individual concerned.

The 'Dutchflyer' may on occasions collect personal information from visitors to our site on a voluntary basis. Such personal information may include name, title, address, phone number, email etc. This individual information is used by the 'Dutchflyer' to process transactions initiated by our customers, for marketing our products and services or market research. We do not sell, rent or transmit personal information to other organisations.

When such data is voluntarily provided it may also be used to help us refine or customise our website to better meet customer needs. The intention is to ensure that site visitors only see data which they are entitled to, or wish to, see. In other words it allows us to protect the privacy and commercial confidentiality of data derived from our normal business transactions while also meeting the needs of site visitors.

When personal information is provided to the 'Dutchflyer', it is secured on a server with restricted access. Only designated employees or agents who are required to carry out legitimate business functions are permitted to view your personal data. Employees or agents who violate our privacy policies are subject to disciplinary procedures up to and including termination.

Our Web server does not automatically recognise or capture information regarding the e-mail address of any visitor to our website. What is collected automatically is the originating domain and what the site visitor does within the site - what pages are accessed, the duration of visits, and what paths are followed within the site. This information is only available to staff in an aggregated form.

Because the 'Dutchflyer' considers the individual information we maintain to be confidential, our policy is to disclose no personal information to third parties unless release is required by law or is pertinent to judicial or government investigations or proceedings.

Liability Disclaimer
Neither Stena Line nor the Dutchflyer can accept responsibility for any of the links from this web site, nor the content thereof. The links are provided purely for your benefit and we are not responsible for any inaccuracies in the information or subsequent services provided.
The Dutchflyer is a Rail and Sail service brought to you by partners Stena Line and Greater Anglia Railways.

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To book your travel please call 03443 350 027.