1
Choose your preferred language. We speak English and 42 other languages.
International Sites
Gills Bay
St Margaret's Hope
Ferries to Orkney Islands
Open Ticket??

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Open Ticket?

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Trip Details
Outbound
Round Trip
Home / Europe / Orkney Islands / St Margaret's Hope / Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope Ferry

Popular Ferry Operators for Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope

Latest offers for Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope

View all Special Offers

Ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Pentland Ferries provides the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope. Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferries cost around $83 and $462, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferries.

Ferry times from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry sailings typycally depart from Gills Bay at around 09:30. The last ferry leaves at 18:45.

How long is the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

The Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry trip can take around 1 hour 15 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 20 weekly sailings from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope serviced by Pentland Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry prices typically range between $83* and $462*. The average price is typically $338*. The cheapest ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope start from $83*. The average price for a foot passenger is $160*. The average price for a car is $338*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

The distance between Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is approximately 19 miles (31km) or 17 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry?

Yes, Pentland Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Gills Bay and St Margaret's Hope. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Gills Bay and St Margaret's Hope.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Foot passengers can travel on the Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope ferry with Pentland Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Pets can travel on ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with Pentland Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Scotland to Orkney Islands page.
Why use Direct Ferries?
category
Ferries from 4412 routes and 901 ports worldwide
category
Trusted by over 2.5 million customers
category
We arrange over 1.2 million ferry crossings / year
category
We check up to 1 million prices for our customers daily
Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryScotland
Destination CountryOrkney Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsPentland Ferries
Average Price$338
Average Daily Sailings3
Average Weekly Sailings20
Average Sailing Duration1 h 15 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 15 m
First Ferry09:30
Last Ferry18:45
Distance17 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    The ferry crossing time from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is $338. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Pentland Ferries provide the ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Book ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

    The distance from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is 17 nautical miles.

Gills Bay Guide

Gills Bay Ferry Port

Most well known locally for the seals that are often found lying on the rocks, Gill’s Bay is found on the north coast of Scotland and serves as a gateway between mainland Scotland and the islands laying to its north. The pier is one of the prominent features of the area, providing the entrance for Pentland Ferries to operate among the docks. In recent times it has become the most commonly used departure point from the mainland across the Short Sea Crossing to the islands of Stroma, Swona and Orkney. The crossing is generally considered the quickest and safest way to get across the waters of Pentland Firth. The sailings on the ferry route run throughout the year and are thought to be a very reliable and comfortable service. Whilst in the area, it is thought to be worthwhile exploring the local wildlife; seals, wild dogs, porpoises are all often spotted among the rocks, whilst even a basking shark has been seen on occasion.

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Pentland Ferries 09:30 10:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Pentland Ferries 13:30 14:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Pentland Ferries 18:45 20:00 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
The quickest way to make & manage your booking

Download the Direct Ferries app or manage your booking online through My Account

Download our app today
Manage my booking
App

Customer Service

Need help?

Visit our customer service page to find useful information on travelling by ferry, our FAQs, and how to contact us for help with your booking