Zeebrugge to Hull ferry

[Mobilvetta]

Hi planning to travel back to the UK in early April, I'm contemplating getting the Zeebrugge to Hull ferry as opposed to Calais to Dover as it will be a shorter road trip back to Blackpool. I have been quoted £197.00 from Zeebrugge or £79.00 from Calais. Our last port of call will be Dunkirk, so Zeebrugge is just over an hour away. As anyone used the route I am think of using, it's with P&O ferries. Does anyone know of any discount codes that can be used on P&O ferries, I have tried a couple that I found on websites but to no avail. Does it sound like a sensible option, just thinking the journey back from Calais could be gridlocked.

 

[phillybarbour]

If your starting from Dunkirk I’d go from Calais as it’s so close and we live in Lancs. Pick your time and driving north shouldn’t be a problem.

 

[shaunr68]

If your starting from Dunkirk I’d go from Calais as it’s so close and we live in Lancs. Pick your time and driving north shouldn’t be a problem.

This is true, though it would involve a much longer drive in the UK, an extra 185 miles. I've just done a few rough calculations and reckon taking the Zeebrugge ferry would save about £35 in diesel in addition to all that extra driving on the congested UK road network. It's up to the OP of course to weigh up whether that's worth forking out an extra £118 for the ferry ticket.

 

[Deleted member 78698]

Hi, live in Durham and now mostly use Hull . Like someone has said previously, if youve got the time its like a mini cruise.
Weve stopped off nr Brussels and Bruge and also stopped over nr Knokke Heist which is a lovely upmarket seaside town,
Everyone to their own but it beats the Dartford M25 M1/ A1 anytime.
Victor

 

[Deleted member 78698]

Hi again, another one to look at is Harwich.
A friend of mine who lives in Lincs swears by it.
Hes just crossed end of Feb and it was £70 for a Transporter.
Not sure whether it would be worthwhile for me but certainly worth it to combine atrip to Norfolk area perhaps ?
Victor

 

[Wooie1958]

When we come back via Calais ( cheapest route ) we sometimes go into Canterbury P&R Car park results | Canterbury City Council

We`ll spend the day there and rest up before leaving at approx 10.00 - 11.00pm for the journey home, that way it`s only £3.50 so long as you leave before midnight.

The journey home is a lot quieter and an added bonus for all the tight arsed buggers on here is that the Dartford Crossing is also free.

 

[saxonborg]

We use the tunnel but split the journey home to Lancashire with an overnight at Rutland water.

 

[alcam]

When we come back via Calais ( cheapest route ) we sometimes go into Canterbury P&R Car park results | Canterbury City Council

We`ll spend the day there and rest up before leaving at approx 10.00 - 11.00pm for the journey home, that way it`s only £3.50 so long as you leave before midnight.

The journey home is a lot quieter and an added bonus for all the tight arsed buggers on here is that the Dartford Crossing is also free.

Was a bit puzzled when staying at Canterbury recently .
Arrived at 6pm , left 7.30am following day was charged for 2 days , £7 .
Thought there was something wrong .

 

[Wooie1958]

Was a bit puzzled when staying at Canterbury recently .
Arrived at 6pm , left 7.30am following day was charged for 2 days , £7 .
Thought there was something wrong .

Nope, nothing wrong it`s because you went past midnight so it activated the next days £3.50 charge.

They very sneakily made the £3.50, 24 hour rate from midnight to midnight instead of 24 hours from when you got your ticket like it used to be.

 

[jagmanx]

Yes

Was a bit puzzled when staying at Canterbury recently .
Arrived at 6pm , left 7.30am following day was charged for 2 days , £7 .
Thought there was something wrong .

They have changed the charging policy...
Makes it worth staying 3days/2nights

Still cheap and good FREE bus into the city centre

We prefer the tunnel to ferries anyway and as others have posted "Choose your time"

I think the OP is worried about BREXSH1T queues

 

[alcam]

They have changed the charging policy...
Makes it worth staying 3days/2nights

Still cheap and good FREE bus into the city centre

We prefer the tunnel to ferries anyway and as others have posted "Choose your time"

I think the OP is worried about BREXSH1T queues

I suppose but if its purely an overnight stop they have , basically , doubled the fee . Not (totally) complaining but it seems a wee bit sneaky way of upping the price . I assume majority use this as an overnight stop so the fee is £7 not £3.50 .

 

[iampatman]

We’ve done the Zeebrugge to Hull ferry a few times now and the outward journey. Living in West Yorkshire it’s a no brainer avoiding the slog up from Dover to Bingley. Here’s a tip; when you make your booking choose the cheapest cabin available and if you’re midweek and/or off season the ship won’t be full. Once you’ve parked up and gone to the reception desk ask what upgrades they have. We’ve had top of the range cabins for €20/30 extra, some with free minibars. Just makes the crossing that bit more luxurious. Good timings too, sail at about 5.30pm and arrive Hull early the following morning.
Good luck,

Pat

 

[Wooie1958]

I assume majority use this as an overnight stop so the fee is £7 not £3.50 .

Yes that is correct, we use it mainly on the way down after driving from Preston the day before sailing.

A nice leisurely afternoon / evening sometimes popping into Canterbury, then after a good nights sleep it`s only a 20-30 minute drive down to Dover :boat:

 

[shaunr68]

I'm getting the Santander-Cork ferry tomorrow, 27 hours! Been running the fridge and freezer contents down so there's only marg and a bit of milk in there now.

With ice packs the fridge contents would be fine for a day, since the door won't be opened and the fridge is well insulated.

I think some of the Italy-Greece ferries supply hookup onboard and you can sleep in the vehicle on deck.

 

[iampatman]

What do people do about the fridge on these longer crossings? All the stuff in the freezer will defrost, even if the fresh items don't spoil. Or do they supply hookup?

No, there’s no hook up on this crossing. Just have to plan and eat your freezer contents :tongue:

Pat

 

[Wooie1958]

What do people do about the fridge on these longer crossings? All the stuff in the freezer will defrost, even if the fresh items don't spoil. Or do they supply hookup?

It`s my understanding that the majority of people only stock / replenish the fridge freezer once they arrive at their destination.

 

[Derekoak]

Fridge

What do people do about the fridge on these longer crossings? All the stuff in the freezer will defrost, even if the fresh items don't spoil. Or do they supply hookup?

We have a modern compressor fridge, we have never needed to think about it.

 

[Mobilvetta]

We got a great deal on this crossing for the 31st March, worked out at £140 including the cabin for the saver fare, I only booked it two nights ago as well, so probably cost me £70 more than the Calais to Dover ferry but will save a few Bob in fuel, plus not having a long drive from Dover to Blackpool on the UK's gridlocked road system.

 

[John H]

It is a personal decision of course but we used Hull-Zebrugge last year and loved it. Excellent ferry, good value and a relaxing trip. The shorter Channel crossing is a bit like using a bus and doesn't give you time to relax.

 

[Forresbroons]

Pets onboard

Do they allow dogs on this crossing