Ferry to Orkney Islands

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Ferries to Orkney Islands

Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries operate the ferries to Orkney Islands.

Orkney Islands Ferry Schedules

Ferries to Orkney Islands sail around 7 times daily and up to 43 times weekly. Ferry times can vary by season. Use our Deal Finder for the most up to date sailing times and compare ticket prices.

Orkney Islands Ferry Ports

There are 3 ferry ports in Orkney Islands. The most popular port in Orkney Islands is St Margaret's Hope ferry port with around 21 weekly sailings.

Ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope ferry trips run approximately 3 times daily and up to 21 times weekly, with a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes. Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferries cost on average around $381. Exclusive of booking fees.

Ferries from Scrabster to Stromness

The Scrabster to Stromness ferries operate 3 times daily and up to 17 times weekly, with a sailing duration of 1 hour 30 minutes. Scrabster Stromness ferries cost around $487 on average. Exclusive of booking fees.

Prices will vary depending on various booking factors such as the number of passengers, vehicle type and season. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

Can I travel with a car on the ferry to Orkney Islands?

Cars are allowed on ferries to Orkney Islands. You can travel with a car on the ferry to Orkney Islands with Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries. View our Deal Finder to see the latest car ferry prices.

Prices of Ferries to Orkney Islands 

The price of a ferry to Orkney Islands can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

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