Harwich is a port town in Essex, southeast England. Freight ferries to Harwich dock here and come from Esbjerg in Denmark and the Hook of Holland. DFDS Seaways has three or four sailings a week from Esbjerg, but these are mostly used by families returning from Scandinavian holidays. Esbjerg to Harwich journey time is around 18 hours.
There are two daily ferries in both directions on the Hook of Holland to Harwich route. Freight ferries to Harwich on this route operate every day of the year, except the 24th and 25th of December. There is a lunchtime crossing and a night sailing. Crossing time is six hours, 15 minutes.
This route between the Netherlands and southeast England is a better and quicker option than driving to Zeebrugge or Calais, and then sailing to Dover. Stena Line uses a modern fleet of craft for the freight ferries to Harwich services. Onboard amenities include two restaurants, a well stocked shop, two bars and a cinema.
Travellers can upgrade to the premium Stena Plus Class and gain use of the VIP lounge, with complimentary drinks and newspapers. Free wireless internet is offered to all with their own portable devices. Passengers requiring cabin accommodation can choose from tastefully refurbished ones.
Freight ferries to Harwich arrivals will find a modern terminal with vending machines which offer international SIM cards, foreign currency, drinks and snacks. There are also ATMs here. Bookings for Stena Line sailings are available online or by phoning +44 8447 707070. Online reservations made 28 days in advance offer savings.
