Newcastle Ferry Port is situated about 10 miles from Newcastle City Centre and is where DFDS Seaways and Fjord Line operate their services from. Fjord Line ferries has two or three crossings each week from Newcastle to Stavanger and the journey to Norway takes 26 hours, 45 minutes.

The ferry port at Newcastle is clearly signposted for those travelling by car. Newcastle’s rail and coach stations are close to each other and about 20 minutes away from the ferry terminal and a regular bus service connects to the ferry terminal.

The Newcastle ferry terminal is a modern facility with spacious check-in areas and walkways. Disabled passengers are catered for and toilets have baby changing facilities. Drinks and snacks are available from the bar and cafe and there is a shop and some vending machines. There is also an office for ticket sales and enquiries, a bureau de change and games arcade.

Fjord Line have a modern fleet of ferries with a choice of cabins. All have a bathroom with shower and toilet and they vary in price according to size, location and comfort level. Smoking is not allowed in cabins and home comforts can include television, DVD player and a mini-bar. There are a number of cabins available with disabled facilities.

The Newcastle to Stavanger ferry has a selection of dining and entertainment options onboard. The shops have a variety of gifts, cosmetics and tax-free goods. Food and drink options include a bar and a choice of buffet, café and restaurant dining. Music and children’s entertainment are also available on many ferry crossings.

Stavanger Ferry Port is situated on the South West coast of Norway close to the town centre. There is a small range of services including toilets and food and drink vendors. Bus and train stations are also in the town centre and onward routes are well signposted for drivers.

Tags: DFDS Seaways, Fjord Line ferries, Newcastle, Norway, Stavanger