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Journey Information
On most days, there is one scheduled ferry that travels from Kirkwall to Lerwick. The ferry trip from Kirkwall to Lerwick is usually about 7 hours and 45 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your ferry arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 103 mi (165 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €23.28 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | NorthLink Ferries |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Kirkwall to Lerwick?
There is one ferry company that operates from Kirkwall to Lerwick. 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 | 7h 45m | €23.28 |
Book NorthLink Ferries from Kirkwall to Lerwick from €23. Typically there is one NorthLink Ferries schedule per day from Kirkwall to Lerwick and you can expect on average to pay for a NorthLink Ferries ticket to Lerwick. In Kirkwall, NorthLink Ferries departs to Lerwick from Ferry Terminal . In Lerwick, NorthLink Ferries arrives at Ferry Terminal .
An average trip on NorthLink Ferries from Kirkwall to Lerwick takes 7 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, NorthLink Ferries offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Lerwick.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 7 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 103 miles (165 kilometers) from Kirkwall to Lerwick. 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 Kirkwall to Lerwick is on Monday. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Monday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Kirkwall to Lerwick. Therefore, the 23:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Kirkwall?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Kirkwall.
All ferry stations in Kirkwall:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Lerwick?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Kirkwall arrive at one main station in Lerwick.
Ferry stations in Lerwick:
Ferry Terminal
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