Ferries to
Kirkwall
Ferries to
Kirkwall

Compare all ferries to Kirkwall in Orkney Islands to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.
Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Kirkwall to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!
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Ferry to Kirkwall from Aberdeen with Northlink Ferries
Ferry to Kirkwall from Lerwick with Northlink Ferries
Yes, you can get a ferry to Kirkwall from 2 different ports. These include Aberdeen & Lerwick.
Ferries to Kirkwall sail up to 2 times a day and up to 7 times a week.
Ferries to Kirkwall are operated by 1 operators including Northlink Ferries.
The duration of the ferry to Kirkwall depends on the route you choose. The Lerwick to Kirkwall is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 5 hours 30 minutes, whilst Aberdeen to Kirkwall is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 6 hours.
Bear in mind that Kirkwall ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Kirkwall ferry timetable before you book.
There are currently 2 different ferry routes to Kirkwall.
Aberdeen to Kirkwall is the most popular route, with 1 daily and 4 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 6 hours and costs 113 on average.
The second most popular route is Lerwick to Kirkwall which takes around 5 hours 30 minutes and costs 24 on average. There are 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings on this route.
Kirkwall ferries currently sail to 2 ports including Aberdeen & Lerwick.
Kirkwall ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Kirkwall ferry cost.
Lerwick to Kirkwall is the cheapest ferry, costing £24 on average. There are 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 5 hours 30 minutes.
Yes, you can take a car ferry to Kirkwall with 1 operators. Car operators include Northlink Ferries. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.
Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Kirkwall with 1 operators including Northlink Ferries.
Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Kirkwall with 1 operators. These include Northlink Ferries
You can take your pet on the ferry to Kirkwall with 1 operators including Northlink Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Kirkwall online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.
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