If you are based in the north of England, the port of Hull is the perfect starting point for a European holiday, significantly reducing the amount of time spent driving by taking a cruiseferry across the North Sea. The P&O passenger ferry services from Hull to Belgium and Holland provide convenient overnight crossings without the need to travel south to Dover to reach mainland Europe.

The ferry for Belgium leaves Hull daily at 6.30pm arriving in Zeebrugge the following day at 8.45am or 9.30am at weekends. For the return journey, departures are from Zeebrugge at 7.00pm arriving back in Hull at 8.15am or 9.00am Saturday and Sunday.

Daily departures for Holland set sail from Hull at 9.00pm arriving in Rotterdam Europoort at 8.00am the next morning or 9.00am on weekends. Return journeys leave Rotterdam at 9.00pm and dock back in Hull at 8.00am.

All ships have comfortable standard cabins available in two or four bunk configurations and a choice of inside or sea view. Luxury Club Cabins have additional space, a colour television, complimentary tea, coffee and fresh fruit and are located in a quiet part of the ship. There is ample access for passengers of limited mobility including adapted cabins. All types of cabin have ensuite facilities with towels and bedding provided.

Once on board, you will find something for everyone including cinemas, casinos, live shows and a children’s play area. A variety of restaurants, cafes and lounge bars ensure that the best in evening entertainment is always on the agenda, allowing you to relax and rewind before the ship has even left the port. There is also an on-board shop.

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