Ferries to Belgium
There are currently no direct ferries to Belgium operating from the UK.
Over the years, several well-used crossings have sadly been discontinued. Including services from Hull to Bruges, Hull to Zeebrugge, Ramsgate to Ostend, and Rosyth to Zeebrugge.
While these routes are no longer available, you still have convenient options for reaching Belgium by ferry. Many travellers now choose to sail to the Netherlands or northern France before driving across the border into Belgium. This approach is not only straightforward but also offers greater flexibility for your journey.
Alternative Routes through Holland
For example, you can sail from Harwich to Hook of Holland, Hull to Rotterdam, or Newcastle to Amsterdam. From any of these Dutch ports, the drive to Belgium is relatively short and scenic, especially if you’re heading towards cities like Brussels, Bruges, or Antwerp.
Alternative sailings from UK to Holland
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Alternative Routes through France
Alternatively, consider sailing from Dover to Calais or Dover to Dunkirk. Both French ports are within easy driving distance of western Belgium, making this another fast and practical option.
Alternative sailings from Dover To France
Although direct ferries to Belgium no longer operate, alternative crossings through Holland or France offer excellent access. Keeping your European travel plans running smoothly.
I am having incredible difficulty making a book for 8 people and 8 motorcycles?
Surely I’m not the only person needing to book a group!
Why is it not possible to make a group booing?
Hi Ron
I’m sorry to hear you are having difficulties booking. All you need to do is to change the passenger numbers to 8 and the number of motorcycles to 8. Each operator has a slightly different way to do this, so if you tell me which route you are looking to book I can help you further?
Lots more business (=income) if they took foot passengers. Why do I have to have a car to travel on a ferry? Will they take a bike? Electric Bike?
The Ramsgate to Ostend ferry allows just people travelling in cars, motorhomes or motorcycles.
The Hull Zeebrugge ferry allows foot passengers, bicycles, motorcycles, cars, vans, motorhomes & caravans.
I’ve actually used both ferries and they are so different.
Whilst the ramsgate ferry is nice enough on-board, it still feels like you are travelling. When I took the Hull Zeebrugge ferry, the crossing was actually a really fun part of the holiday, rather than feeling like you were travelling, I was able to relax, have a nice dinner, a few drinks on board and then a good nights sleep.