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Journey Information
There is usually just one ferry option from Lerwick to Kirkwall per day. The average ferry journey from Lerwick to Kirkwall takes 5 hours and 30 minutes, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 103 mi (165 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £19.96 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | NorthLink Ferries |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Lerwick to Kirkwall?
There is one ferry company that operates from Lerwick to Kirkwall. NorthLink Ferries is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthLink Ferries | 1 | 5h 30m | £19.96 |
Book NorthLink Ferries from Lerwick to Kirkwall from £20. There are 1 NorthLink Ferries schedules from Lerwick to Kirkwall and you can expect on average to pay for a NorthLink Ferries ticket to Kirkwall. In Lerwick, NorthLink Ferries departs to Kirkwall from Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Kirkwall, NorthLink Ferries arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on NorthLink Ferries from Lerwick to Kirkwall takes 5 hours and 30 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 5 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 103 miles (165 kilometers) from Lerwick to Kirkwall. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the ferry. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Lerwick to Kirkwall is on Saturday. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Thursday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Lerwick to Kirkwall. Therefore, the 17:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Lerwick?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Lerwick.
All ferry stations in Lerwick:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Kirkwall?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Lerwick arrive at one main station in Kirkwall.
Ferry stations in Kirkwall:
Ferry Terminal
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