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Scrabster to Stromness Ferry

There are around 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings from Scrabster to Stromness. This ferry crossing is available with Northlink Ferries. Scrabster Stromness ferries cost between $80.17 and $469.18, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Scrabster Stromness ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Scrabster to Stromness?

The earliest Scrabster Stromness ferry sailings typically depart Scrabster at around 08:45. The last ferry usually departs at 19:00.

How long is the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

The average duration of a Scrabster Stromness ferry is around 1h 30m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 30m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Scrabster Stromness Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 2 daily sailings and up to 13 weekly ferry sailings from Scrabster to Stromness. These sailings are provided by Northlink Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Scrabster to Stromness?

Scrabster Stromness ferry prices typically range between $80.17* and $469.18*. The average price is typically $393.62*. The cheapest Scrabster Stromness ferry prices start from $42.61*. The average price for a foot passenger is $83.43*. The average price for a car is $398.91*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Scrabster to Stromness?

The distance between Scrabster and Stromness is approximately 29.9 miles (48.1km) or 26.0 nautical miles.

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

Northlink Ferries allow cars to travel on Scrabster Stromness ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing for car ferries between Scrabster and Stromness.

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Scrabster and Stromness with Northlink Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

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

Pets are welcome on board Scrabster Stromness ferries with Northlink Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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.

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.