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Ferries to Orkney Islands
Popular Ferry Operators for Aberdeen - Kirkwall
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Typically ferries from Aberdeen to Kirkwall sail 3 times a week. The Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry is operated by Northlink Ferries. Aberdeen Kirkwall Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
Aberdeen Kirkwall ferries typically depart from Aberdeen at around 17:00. The average sailing time of the ferry from Kirkwall to Aberdeen is approximately 6h 0m.
Ferry prices for a ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall typically range between $145* and $933*. On average the Aberdeen Kirkwall ferry is $605*. The cheapest Aberdeen Kirkwall ferry prices start from $63*. The average price for a foot passenger is $232*. The average price for a Aberdeen Kirkwall car ferry is $812*.
Ferry prices may differ by season and depend on various factors, such as number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days, last updated 05 July, 2023.
The distance between Aberdeen and Kirkwall is approximately 140.6 miles (226.2km), or 122.1 nautical miles.
Yes, there is a car ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall provided by Northlink Ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and tickets for car ferries between Aberdeen and Kirkwall.
Yes, Aberdeen Kirkwall ferries allow foot passengers. You can travel as a foot passenger from Aberdeen to Kirkwall with Northlink Ferries.
| Aberdeen - Kirkwall Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Northlink Ferries | |
| Average Price | A$596* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 6h 0m | |
| First Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Distance | 122 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change pricing is taken from last 30 days last updated 2023-07-06.
Aberdeen Route Guide 1
The town of Kirkwall is located in the Orkney islands and is the island's largest town and capital. The town's name is taken from the Norse name Kirkjuvage (Church Bay) which was later changed to Kirkvoe, Kirkwaa and then finally to Kirkwall. The Orkney's are located off the north east coast of Scotland and one of Kirkwall's most popular attractions is the sandstone St Magnus Cathedral, regarded as the finest medieval building in the north of Scotland. Other sites of interest in one of the best preserved examples of an ancient Norse town include the Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace.
Kirkwall is now a thriving market town and has a busy centre with many shops and restaurants. Visitors will find a wide range of accommodation on the island that caters for long and short stays, bed and breakfast or self-catering. Ferry services from Orkney depart to Aberdeen (6 hours), Scrabster (90 minutes) and John O'Groats.
Timetables between 6/5/2024 and 12/5/2024
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northlink Ferries | 17:00 | 23:00 | 6 hours | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun |
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