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Ferry from Scrabster to Stromness

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 17 weekly sailings between Scrabster and Stromness. Northlink Ferries provides the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness. Scrabster Stromness ferries cost between $95 and $561, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Scrabster to Stromness?

The earliest Scrabster Stromness ferry typically departs Scrabster at about 08:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 20:00.

How long is the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

Ferries from Scrabster to Stromness sail in around 1 hour 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Scrabster Stromness Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 17 weekly sailings from Scrabster to Stromness provided by Northlink Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Northlink Ferries provide 17 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Scrabster to Stromness?

The price of a ferry from Scrabster to Stromness typically range between $95* and $554*. On average the Scrabster Stromness ferry is $451*. The cheapest Scrabster Stromness ferry prices start from $95*. The average price for a foot passenger is $174*. The average price for a car is $477*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

What is the distance from Scrabster to Stromness?

The distance between Scrabster to Stromness is approximately 30 miles (48km) or 26 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness with a car?

Yes, Scrabster Stromness ferries allow cars onboard with Northlink Ferries between Scrabster and Stromness. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Scrabster and Stromness use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Scrabster to Stromness?

Northlink Ferries allow foot passengers on Scrabster Stromness ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

Northlink Ferries allow pets on ferries from Scrabster to Stromness. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Scotland to Orkney Islands page.
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Scrabster - Stromness Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Northlink Ferries
Average Price A$400*
Average Daily Sailings 2
Average Weekly Sailings 13
Average Sailing Duration 1h 30m
First Ferry 08:45
Last Ferry 19:00
Distance 26 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Scrabster to Stromness is approximately 1h 30m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

Which ferry companies operate between Scrabster to Stromness?

There is 1 ferry operator for Scrabster to Stromness and this is
  • Northlink Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Scrabster to Stromness?

Ferries from Scrabster to Stromness are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Scrabster Guide

The small town of Scrabster is located on Thurso Bay in Caithness, on the Scottish north east coast. It is situated around 2 km from Thurso, 26 km from Wick and 180 km from Inverness. The town's harbour was the base for a ferry operation that carried military explosives to Scapa Flow during the Second World War. The service continued until 1945 and was operated using a 40 ft King's Lynn pilotcutter, named Mermaid, which was built in 1908. Following the war the harbour has continued to play an important role in the town's growth and prosperity. It is the most northerly port on the Scottish mainland and is an important fishing port. For several decades it was also the port of choice for the Queen and her family when they disembarked from the Royal Yacht Britannia every August when they visited the Queen Mother at her Highland home, Castle of Mey, 11 miles from Scrabster. Today, visitors can follow in their footsteps, as the Castle is open to visitors.

Ferries from the port depart to Stromness in Orkney.


Stromness Guide

Located in the south west of Orkney, in Scotland, Stromness is a town and sea port that is centred around its main street which is characterised by houses and shops built from local stone. The town can trace its history back to the 16th century where records show that an inn was located on the site of the current town. During the 17th century the town became increasingly important when England was at war with France. The town's quays and harbour are located to the north of the town and are now accessed by a new coastal road which has alleviated the amount of harbour traffic in the northern parts of the town.

There is a ferry service from Stromness to the Scottish mainland via the port of Scrabster and operates around three times each day with a crossing time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Scrabster to Stromness Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 13/1/2025 and 19/1/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Northlink Ferries 08:45 10:15 1 hour 30 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Northlink Ferries 12:00 13:30 1 hour 30 minutes Mon, Sun
Northlink Ferries 19:00 20:30 1 hour 30 minutes Everyday
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