Kirkwall – Aberdeen
Ferries to Scotland
Kirkwall – Aberdeen
Ferries to Scotland
Northlink Ferries provides the ferry from Kirkwall to Aberdeen. Kirkwall Aberdeen ferries cost around $78 and $843, 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 Kirkwall Aberdeen ferries.
Kirkwall Aberdeen ferry sailings typycally depart from Kirkwall at around 22:45. The last ferry leaves at 23:45.
The Kirkwall Aberdeen ferry trip can take around 7 hours 15 minutes. The fastest Kirkwall to Aberdeen ferry is around 7 hours 15 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 3 weekly sailings from Kirkwall to Aberdeen serviced by Northlink Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Kirkwall Aberdeen ferry prices typically range between $78* and $843*. The average price is typically $422*. The cheapest ferries from Kirkwall to Aberdeen start from $78*. The average price for a foot passenger is $140*. The average price for a car is $691*.
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 July 25.
The distance between Kirkwall to Aberdeen is approximately 141 miles (226km) or 122 nautical miles.
Yes, Northlink Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Kirkwall and Aberdeen. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Kirkwall and Aberdeen.
Foot passengers can travel on the Kirkwall to Aberdeen ferry with Northlink Ferries.
Pets can travel on ferries from Kirkwall to Aberdeen with Northlink Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Kirkwall - Aberdeen Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Orkney Islands | |
| Destination Country | Scotland | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Northlink Ferries | |
| Average Price | $422 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 7 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 7 h 15 m | |
| First Ferry | 22:45 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:45 | |
| Distance | 122 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
Kirkwall is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands which are located just off the northern coast of Scotland. St Magnus Cathedral stands in the centre of Kirkwall and was founded in memory of Saint Magnus Erlendsson, Earl of Orkney between 1108-1117. Other attractions in the town include the former Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace, located adjacent to the cathedral. Also in the town, and containing a number of artefacts of historical importance, are two museums. Shopping in Kirkwall is mainly located on Albert Street and Bridge Street.
The town is located on the main island and is around 10 km from Finstown, 24 km from St Margaret's Hope and 26 km from Stromness. Around 3 km from Kirkwall is the Hatston Ferry Terminal which is operated by NorthLink Ferries. There are places to purchase refreshments a short distance from the terminal. Ferry services operating from the port depart to Aberdeen in Scotland, with a crossing time of around 6 hours. There are also services to Lerwick, the capital of the Shetland Islands, with a crossing time of roughly 7 hours and 45 minutes.
Located in the north east of Scotland, the city of Aberdeen is Scotland's third most populous city. The city's architecture is famous for its wide use of granite which has led to the city often being referred to as "the Granite City". The city is well known for its floral displays which include 2 million roses, 11 million daffodils and 3 million crocuses. So impressive is the city's floral displays that it was won the RHS's Britain in Bloom 'Best City' award ten times, the overall Scotland in Bloom competition 20 times and the Large City category every year since 1968. It is also known for its parks and gardens, of which it has over 45 throughout the city.
Aberdeen's port has good road, air and rail connections and passenger facilities at its terminal that includes a cafe and a supermarket. The terminal also has good facilities for disabled passengers. There are regular services from the port to Lerwick on the Shetland Islands with a crossing time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes. There are also three sailings each week to Kirkwall with a crossing time of around 6 hours.
