Aberdeen to Kirkwall Ferries
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How to get from Aberdeen to Kirkwall by ferry ?
Looking for the perfect Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.
We know that planning a ferry trip from Aberdeen to Kirkwall can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.
With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like NorthLink Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Aberdeen Kirkwall ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.
Most NorthLink Ferries ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.
To find the best deals on ferries from Aberdeen to Kirkwall simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.
Aberdeen to Kirkwall Ferry Information
Ferry Aberdeen Kirkwall: Fares, Timetables and Duration
To travel by ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, you'll find tickets range from £33 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £214 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Aberdeen to Kirkwall route is £121. The average ferry crossing time from Aberdeen to Kirkwall is 6 hours. The slowest ferries will take 6 hours to reach Kirkwall, while the fastest boats will arrive in Kirkwall in 6 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Aberdeen at 17:00.
Why travel by ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall?
Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Kirkwall. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall is an ideal way to travel.
Which companies operate between Aberdeen and Kirkwall?
If you want to travel between Aberdeen and Kirkwall by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including NorthLink Ferries who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.
Where do the ferries leave from in Aberdeen? Where do the boats arrive in Kirkwall?
Port of departure in Aberdeen
NorthLink Ferries ferries depart for Kirkwall from the following ports in Aberdeen:
Port of arrival in Kirkwall
NorthLink Ferries ships arrive in Kirkwall from the following ports:
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
If you take a ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, it will take you at least 6 hours to cover the 130 mi between Aberdeen and Kirkwall.
This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Aberdeen and Kirkwall in winter) and the ferry company (NorthLink Ferries). There are currently 4 crossings a week between Aberdeen and Kirkwall.
There are 1 ferry companies operating between Aberdeen and Kirkwall: NorthLink Ferries.
Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by NorthLink Ferries.
Before booking, compare the prices of NorthLink Ferries on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.
If you want to change or cancel your Aberdeen Kirkwall ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.
During your crossing between Aberdeen and Kirkwall, you will travel 130 mi.
To go by boat from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, you can find prices ranging from £33 for the lowest, to £214 for the highest. The average price we observed was £121.
The first ferry leaves Aberdeen at 17:00 for Kirkwall.
Experience a Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry crossing
If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Aberdeen and Kirkwall would be like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a NorthLink Ferries ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Aberdeen to disembarking in Kirkwall. You will also find practical information about Aberdeen and Kirkwall.
Boarding in Aberdeen
Before you set off on your Aberdeen Kirkwall ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:
- Presentation at the port of Aberdeen / You should arrive in the port of Aberdeen well in advance. Please check this with your NorthLink Ferries company. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
- Checking in for the Aberdeen - Kirkwall crossing / Go to the NorthLink Ferries desk at Aberdeen ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you are travelling by car, please stand in the reserved lanes. Check-in will take place directly from your vehicle.
- Boarding the ferry to Kirkwall / Information messages are broadcast in the Aberdeen ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of NorthLink Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.
Life on board the ferry between Aberdeen and Kirkwall
During the crossing, everyone can use the services on the NorthLink Ferries ship as they wish. Some will want to relax in one of the reclining lounges, others will want to make the most of all the services offered on board or simply enjoy the view of the sea from the ship's deck.
Kirkwall is in sight, disembarkation imminent!
Here is some information for the disembarkation in Kirkwall:
- Approaching Kirkwall Harbour / You will be allowed to return to the ship's garage once the ferry has docked. There is no point in rushing. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Kirkwall from the outside deck.
- Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Kirkwall Harbour.
- Leaving the ship and exploring Kirkwall / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. The customs staff at Kirkwall harbour can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Kirkwall begins in earnest!
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