International Boat Trains

There are still a good selection of international rail and sail options available.  Many services have had significant investment in modern high speed vessels.  Taking the ship can now be more convenient than flying or the tunnel. 

The Dutch Flyer - England to Holland

When deciding how to reach Holland, there is an option that is often overlooked, the Dutch Flyer.  In association with One Railways (UK) and NS Railways (Holland), Stena Line, will take you from any One station to any town in Holland with one ticket.  Prices for the all inclusive package start at just £25 each way.  However economical prices are not the only attraction.  The Dutch Flyer web site offers the opportunity to compare the benefits of taking the service over flying from UK airports. 

Where can you travel from?  Passengers can originate at any One Railway station in England.  These include Norwich, Ipswich, Cambridge, Colchester, Chelmsford, Shenfield and London Liverpool Street.  Trains take passengers right to Harwich Quay for boarding directly onto the Stena Line Service.

What type of ferry is used?  Stena Line use their Stena HSS (High-speed Sea Service). Crossing the North Sea from Harwich – Hook of Holland in the HSS is not just fast but comfortable also.  There is a cinema on board as well as a choice of restaurants, bars and lounge areas. 

Where can you go in Holland?  On arrival at Holland, the NS railway station is right at the ferry terminal for easy access.  Onward travel can then be made to any rail station on the NS network.  These include Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrech and Amsterdam.   

You can find out more about the service by visiting  The Dutch Flyer website.