There are several options for travelling on ferries to Belgium from the UK. P&O Ferries operate their daily Hull to Zeebrugge ferry service on luxurious cruise ferries and are an ideal choice for ferry travellers from the north of England and Scotland wanting to reach Belgium.
Travellers further south are served by the Ramsgate to Ostend service to Belgium with several sailings per day operated by Transeuropa Ferries.
Another alternative is also the Eurostar Ashford to Brussels service for this who would rather go by train.
Ferry Routes to Belgium
- Hull to Zeebrugge on P&O Ferries – 7 sailings weekly, duration 15h
- Ramsgate to Ostend on Transeuropa Ferries – 3 sailings daily, duration 4h
- Ashford to Brussels Midi on Eurostar
Ferry Operators Sailing to Belgium
- P&O Ferries from Hull
- Transeuropa Ferries from Ramsgate
- Eurostar from Ashford to Brussels
UK & Belgium Ferry Ports
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More About Belgium
Perhaps sometimes unfairly maligned as being a little “boring”, Belgium in fact is a great destination for the European traveller. Renowned as a hub for European politics, the country actually has much more to offer. There’s a long and varied history, picturesque landscapes, rural tranquility, and cosmopolitan cities to entertain and relax you. The capital city, Brussels, is a great destination for a long weekend or romantic break, especially for those who are less keen on the delights of Amsterdam.
The main port is Zeebrugge, and ferries from the UK operate from Hull and Rosyth on P&O Ferries and Norfolkline respectively. The crossing from Hull takes around 12 hours, and the Rosyth one around 20 hours. Both ferries offer cruise-like facilities and make the journey a relaxing an pleasurable part of your trip for all the family.
Another Belgian port is Ostend which again has plenty to attract travellers. There’s a range of historic sites, good nightlife, and long sandy beaches. There is a direct ferry to Ostend from Ramsgate in the UK, and it’s operated by Norfolkline.
A common destination for a long weekend or romantic break is Bruges. It’s a compact city with some great architecture, restaurants to suit every taste and budget, and a “chilled out” atmosphere. For chocolate lovers, the central square is surrounded by small specialist chocolate shops with stunning window displays.
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