Ferries to Orkney Islands
Compare prices and book cheap ferry crossings to Orkney Islands operated by NorthLink Ferries
Getting to Orkney Islands by boat
To reach Orkney Islands by boat, you can depart from 1 countries: United Kingdom. The ferries of the 1 companies (NorthLink Ferries) that provide crossings to Orkney Islands call at 5 ports: Aberdeen, Kirkwall, Lerwick, Scrabster and Stromness.
With a network of 3 ferry lines, it is easy to reach Orkney Islands and find the perfect crossing. The ferry companies NorthLink Ferries offer up to 4 crossings a day. Find all prices and best deals for Orkney Islands on our Vivanoda search engine.
The fastest crossing takes 1 hrs. 30 min (Scrabster - Stromness) with a distance of 26 mi and the longest 6 hrs. (Aberdeen - Kirkwall) with a distance of 130 mi.
Ferries to Orkney Islands in figures
Important ferries to Orkney Islands
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Most popular ferry routes to Orkney Islands
To travel to Orkney Islands by ferry, the ferry companies NorthLink Ferries offer daily crossings from Stromness, Scrabster, Lerwick, Kirkwall or Aberdeen.
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NorthLink Ferries4 crossings a week6 hrs.130 mi
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NorthLink Ferries3 crossings a week5 hrs. 30 min103 mi
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NorthLink Ferries3 crossings a day1 hrs. 30 min26 mi
Orkney Islands: When to visit?
The best time to travel in the UK is generally summer, from June to August. During this period, average temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, offering pleasant conditions for exploring the many sights and enjoying the country's magnificent landscapes. Days are also longer, which means more time to discover bustling cities such as London, Edinburgh or Belfast, as well as to explore magnificent national parks, coastlines and castles.
However, even in summer, it's important to be prepared for sudden showers and unexpected temperature changes. It's advisable to bring waterproof clothing to cope with any unforeseen weather conditions.
Main ports of call for a ferry crossing to Orkney Islands
Other ferry destinations from Orkney Islands
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