Netherlands
Dordrecht, Merwekade to Papendrecht, Veerdam Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Dordrecht, Merwekade
South Holland
Arrives
Papendrecht, Veerdam
South Holland
WaterbusAt a glance
The Dordrecht, Merwekade to Papendrecht, Veerdam ferry takes about 6m, with 41 listed sailings between 06:36 and 20:46. It is operated by Waterbus.
- First sailing
- 06:36
- Last sailing
- 20:46
- Sailings listed
- 41
- Crossing
- 6m
Dordrecht, Merwekade to Papendrecht, Veerdam ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:36 | 06:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon–Fri |
| 06:56 | 07:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon–Fri |
| 07:16 | 07:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon–Fri |
| 07:36 | 07:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 07:56 | 08:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon–Fri |
| 08:16 | 08:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:36 | 08:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:56 | 09:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 09:16 | 09:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 09:36 | 09:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 09:56 | 10:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 10:16 | 10:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 10:36 | 10:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 10:56 | 11:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 11:16 | 11:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 11:36 | 11:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 11:56 | 12:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 12:16 | 12:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 12:36 | 12:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 12:56 | 13:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 13:16 | 13:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 13:36 | 13:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 13:56 | 14:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 14:16 | 14:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 14:36 | 14:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 14:56 | 15:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 15:16 | 15:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 15:36 | 15:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 15:56 | 16:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 16:16 | 16:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 16:36 | 16:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 16:56 | 17:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 17:16 | 17:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 17:36 | 17:42 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 17:56 | 18:02 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 18:16 | 18:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 18:46 | 18:52 | 6m | Waterbus | Daily |
| 19:16 | 19:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 19:46 | 19:52 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 20:16 | 20:22 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 20:46 | 20:52 | 6m | Waterbus | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Dordrecht, Merwekade – Papendrecht, Veerdam crossing
Six minutes, three-tenths of a nautical mile, forty-one sailings a day. Three-tenths of a mile makes this one of the shortest scheduled crossings we list — the Waterbus shuttle over the Beneden-Merwede between Dordrecht and Papendrecht, which functions as a piece of the local public transport network rather than as a ferry journey in any conventional sense.
Turn up and go, most of the day
Twenty-eight departures run every day between 09:36 and 18:46. Nine more run Monday to Saturday, extending the service from 07:36 through to 20:46, and four early sailings from 06:36 run Monday to Friday only. Across the middle of the day the wait is short enough that consulting the timetable is optional.
The times are not round numbers
Departures fall at :36 and :46 past the hour rather than on the hour. That is a network artefact — the boat is timed against connecting services on land, not against a clock face — and it catches out anyone who assumes a half-hourly pattern starting on the hour.
What the river separates
Dordrecht and Papendrecht face each other directly across the water; by road the trip means a detour to the nearest bridge. For a six-minute crossing the boat is not a scenic alternative to driving, it is simply the direct route.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- OV-pay check-in with a bank card
- E-tickets, day cards and subscriptions
- Waterbus app
- Ferry Tales onboard magazine
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
What time is the last sailing?
Sailings run from 06:36 to 20:46.
How often does the ferry run?
41 sailings a day on this route.
Is there a ferry back from Papendrecht, Veerdam?
Yes — see the Papendrecht, Veerdam to Dordrecht, Merwekade ferry for the return schedule.
Who runs this ferry crossing?
Waterbus.
Do I need a passport for this ferry?
No, it's a domestic crossing within Netherlands.
How long, roughly, is the crossing?
About 6m under normal conditions.
How much does a ticket cost?
Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (Waterbus) for current fares.
Can I do this as a day trip?
A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 6m and several sailings a day (first 06:36, last 20:46), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a car on this ferry?
Waterbus does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Waterbus, so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
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Timetable valid Sep 4, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026.Schedule data compiled from OVapi, the Dutch national public-transport open-data feed.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 6, 2026.
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