Ferry from Orkney Islands to Scotland

Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries provide the ferries from Orkney Islands to Scotland, with around 35 times per week. Ferry schedules can vary by season and operator.

How long is the ferry from Orkney Islands to Scotland?

Orkney Islands Scotland ferry time can range from 1 hour 15 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry route, operator, and whether the ship is a conventional or high speed ferry.

Is there a fast ferry to Orkney Islands to Scotland?

The fastest ferry from Orkney Islands to Scotland in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes with Pentland Ferries on the St Margaret's Hope Gills Bay ferry.

Can I take a car on the ferry from Orkney Islands to Scotland?

Yes, passengers can take a car on Orkney Islands Scotland ferries with Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries.

What is the distance between Orkney Islands and Scotland?

The distance between Orkney Islands and Scotland is 19.1 miles (30.7km) and 16.6 nautical miles from the nearest destination ports.

What is the price of a ferry from Orkney Islands to Scotland?

Ferry prices from Orkney Islands to Scotland ranges on booking factors such as route, operator, season and vessel.

St Margaret's Hope to Gills Bay Ferries

The St Margaret's Hope to Gills Bay ferry sails approximately 3 times daily and up to 21 weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 15 minutes.

St Margaret's Hope to Gills Bay Ferries

Ferries from Stromness to Scrabster sail about 2 times daily and up to 13 weekly with a sailing time of 1 hour 30 minutes.

Ferry Offers from Orkney Islands to Scotland

For the best ferry price, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest tickets. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.

Booking ferry tickets from Orkney Islands to Scotland

With Direct Ferries you can book and compare Orkney Islands Scotland ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices using our Deal Finder.