Ferry from Kirkwall to Lerwick
Route map
Ferry connections Kirkwall - Lerwick
Route at a glance
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northlink Ferries | 7:45 | 1 | 59 |
Fares by vehicle
- Foot passenger
- €19
- Car
- €88
- Motorcycle
- €72
- Bicycle
- €22
- Motorhome
- €106
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
1
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Lerwick
Town port
- Location
- Lerwick, Shetland, Schottland
Frequently asked questions about the Kirkwall - Lerwick ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Kirkwall to Lerwick take? +
The crossing from Kirkwall to Lerwick takes 7 hours 45 minutes on average.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Kirkwall to Lerwick run? +
The ferry from Kirkwall to Lerwick runs on 3 days a week. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry company sails from Kirkwall to Lerwick? +
Northlink Ferries serves the Kirkwall - Lerwick route.
Vehicles
Can I take a vehicle on the Kirkwall - Lerwick ferry? +
Yes. The timetable lists prices for cars, motorcycles, bicycles and campervans. The starting prices for each vehicle class are shown on this page and apply to the next bookable departures.