Despite its size, Belgium is one of the most important countries in Europe. It is the headquarters of the EU, as well as other European organizations. It is also a convenient entry point to the wider area of mainland Europe, therefore a number of operators provide freight ferries to Belgium.

Many travellers choose to enter Belgium using the Dover to Calais route; Calais is located just across the French border. However, the direct routes to Belgium shouldn’t be ignored; they can be much more convenient for travellers from the north of England. P&O ferries freight offer crossings to the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, from Hull and Teesport.

The Hull to Zeebrugge ferry is designed mainly for unaccompanied freight but there are some facilities for drivers. There are daily evening departures on this route. Check-in and loading at Hull is computerised and most convenient. Teesport, a little further north offers a similar service, six days a week.

Superfast Ferries Freight offer an excellent service from Rosyth, in Scotland, to Zeebrugge. Rosyth serves the Scottish capital, Edinburgh. Superfast Ferries pride themselves on their on-board comfort for drivers; facilities include movies, games, café and a cocktail bar. These freight ferries to Belgium are both modern and quick.

In the south of England, direct freight ferries to Belgium are also operated by Transeuropa Ferries. Established more than 10 years ago, Transeuropa Ferries have up to eight crossings a day between Ramsgate and the Belgian port of Ostend. They are the only direct freight ferry service from the south of England and they try to make the four hour crossing as comfortable as possible.

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