Cruise-ferry
Princess Seaways
Princess Seaways is operated by DFDS Seaways on Newcastle–Amsterdam (IJmuiden).
Ship Facts
- Operator
- DFDS Seaways
- Type
- Cruise-ferry
- In service since
- 1986
- Builder
- Seebeckwerft, Bremerhaven, Germany
- IMO number
- 8502391
- Gross tonnage
- 31,360
- Length
- 161 m
- Beam
- 27.6 m
- Service speed
- 21 knots
- Cars
- 550
- Freight/vehicle lane metres
- 1,410
Source: public vessel record, checked 2026-09-24. Onboard facilities and deployments change. Confirm details with DFDS Seaways.
Where Princess Seaways Sails
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Where does the Princess Seaways sail?
Princess Seaways is listed on FerryConnect for Newcastle–Amsterdam (IJmuiden) with DFDS Seaways. Ship deployments can change with refits and seasons, so check your booking for the vessel on your date.
Can I take a car on the Princess Seaways?
Yes. Princess Seaways is a vehicle-carrying ferry with space for around 550 cars. Book vehicle space in advance on busy dates.