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Transport to and from Ijmuiden

Ijmuiden port is the point from which to start the sea voyage to Newcastle but is also a principal fishing port with an open link to the North Sea. There are road links to all the other parts of The Netherlands, while in nearby Haarlem train services are available. Outside the ferry terminal buses stop and follow routes to Haarlem and other regional localities.

Bus and shuttles from Ijmuiden

Buses follow routes from Ijmuiden to Haarlem. In Haarlem additional bus and train services are available which follow routes to Amsterdam and other localities farther afield. Additionally, a local coach firm is in collaboration with DFDS Seaways to provide direct transfers by bus from Ijmuiden port to the major bus terminal in central Amsterdam. Bus services are timed to coincide with arriving and departing ferries.

Car hire and road travel from Ijmuiden

Driving to Ijmuiden port from the Dutch capital or elsewhere in The Netherlands is not difficult, with the chief north-south A9 highway providing indirect access. From Amsterdam, follow the N200 west and exit onto highway A22. You should take the Ijmuiden exit (west) before you reach the North Sea Canal. The port is only a short distance to the town centre's northwest.

There are a few car hire companies represented in the fishing town of Ijmuiden while Amsterdam represents a larger number of hire firms. You always have the opportunity to arrange car hire on-the-spot once you arrive in Ijmuiden. However, the best way to secure a hire car is by booking it in advance online. There is one convenient online service offering the best deals from a number of international well established and reputed rental firms such as Budget, Europcar and Thrifty.

Rail from Ijmuiden port

Driehuis station is the nearest railway station to Ijmuiden port. From this station trains follow routes to nearby Haarlem and on to Amsterdam and other localities across The Netherlands. Driehuis station is about a half hour walk from the terminal. The Dutch railway network is extensive and provides fast, reliable and efficient services.

Parking at Ijmuiden port

A short-duration and long-duration car park facility is available at the port and is ideal for travellers wishing to leave their vehicle at the port. Designated parking spaces are available for physically disabled motorists.

Taxis from Ijmuiden port

You have the option to take a taxi from the port to Amsterdam. Taxis probably provide the most convenient and fastest way to reach your local destination but also the most expensive. For destinations farther afield it is recommended to use the excellent railway services. You can pre-book a taxi by calling +31 255 516 000.