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How to get from Scrabster to Stromness by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Scrabster to Stromness ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Scrabster to Stromness is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Scrabster to Stromness can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Scrabster to Stromness 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 Scrabster Stromness 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 Scrabster to Stromness simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Scrabster to Stromness Ferry Information

Port of departure
Scrabster
United Kingdom
Scotland
Port of Arrival
Stromness
United Kingdom
Orkney Islands
Distance
26 mi
Ferry Companies
NorthLink Ferries
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
1 hours 30 min
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Ferry Scrabster Stromness: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Scrabster to Stromness, you'll find tickets range from £23 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £120 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Scrabster to Stromness route is £70. The average ferry crossing time from Scrabster to Stromness is 1 hours 30 min. The slowest ferries will take 1 hours 30 min to reach Stromness, while the fastest boats will arrive in Stromness in 1 hours 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Scrabster at 08:45. The last boat to Stromness leaves the port of Scrabster at 19:00.

Average price of a Scrabster to Stromness ferry crossing
£70
Price range of ferries Scrabster Stromness (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£23 - £120
Average crossing time Scrabster Stromness
1 hours 30 min
Departure time of first ferry to Stromness
08:45
Time last ferry leaves for Stromness
19:00
Arrival time of first ferry to Stromness
10:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Stromness
20:30

Why travel by ferry from Scrabster to Stromness?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Scrabster to Stromness ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Stromness. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Scrabster to Stromness is an ideal way to travel.

You get much more rest than in the car
Driving for miles on end is not very relaxing, especially if you add the risk of traffic jams and accidents. Conversely, a Scrabster Stromness boat trip is ultra relaxing. Ferries operated by NorthLink Ferries are designed with areas dedicated to relaxation or entertainment: lounges or cabins, outdoor solarium, bars and restaurants... No doubt you'll arrive in Stromness completely relaxed.
So you don't have to worry about the amount of luggage
With the train, bus or plane, an excess of one free piece of luggage is often applied and each additional piece of luggage generates an additional cost. However, when you board a NorthLink Ferries ferry in Scrabster, you are free to take as much luggage as you like, as long as it is contained in your vehicle. If you are travelling without a car, then you will be restricted in your movements throughout the journey to Stromness. However, it is worth asking the NorthLink Ferries staff if the ship has a luggage storage facility where you can leave your bags until you reach Stromness.
Taking your time becomes a pleasure
Everything in our society has to go fast. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a NorthLink Ferries ferry for the 26 mi between Scrabster and Stromness will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... You may even regret arriving in Stromness so quickly!

Which companies operate between Scrabster and Stromness?

If you want to travel between Scrabster and Stromness 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.

NorthLink Ferries Scrabster Stromness
NorthLink Ferries
NorthLink Ferries is a Scottish based ferry company operating between Scotland and the Northern Isles of Scotland. On Vivanoda, you can compare Scrabster-Stromness fares and book a NorthLink Ferries ticket between Scrabster and Stromness. NorthLink Ferries operates 3 crossings a day to Stromness from Scrabster and the journey time is 1 hours 30 min. More information about NorthLink Ferries
1 hours 30 min
3 crossings a day

Where do the ferries leave from in Scrabster? Where do the boats arrive in Stromness?

Port of departure in Scrabster

NorthLink Ferries ferries depart for Stromness from the following ports in Scrabster:

Scrabster Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Stromness

NorthLink Ferries ships arrive in Stromness from the following ports:

Stomness Ferry Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Scrabster to Stromness, it will take you at least 1 hours 30 min to cover the 26 mi between Scrabster and Stromness.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Scrabster and Stromness in winter) and the ferry company (NorthLink Ferries). There are currently 3 crossings a day between Scrabster and Stromness.

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Scrabster and Stromness: 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 Scrabster Stromness 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 Scrabster and Stromness, you will travel 26 mi.

To go by boat from Scrabster to Stromness, you can find prices ranging from £23 for the lowest, to £120 for the highest. The average price we observed was £70.

The first ferry leaves Scrabster at 08:45 for Stromness.

The last ferry to Stromness usually departs from Scrabster at 19:00.

What is a Scrabster to Stromness ferry crossing like?

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Scrabster to Stromness crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. 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 Scrabster to disembarking in Stromness. You will also find practical information about Scrabster and Stromness.

Ready for boarding in Scrabster

Here are the steps to embark before your Scrabster Stromness ferry journey begins:

  • Presentation at the port of Scrabster / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with NorthLink Ferries) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Scrabster ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Scrabster Stromness crossing / Go to the NorthLink Ferries desk at Scrabster ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you have a car, you can check in from the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ferry to Stromness / Watch out for voice messages in the Scrabster ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are travelling by car, NorthLink Ferries staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ship between Scrabster and Stromness

On the NorthLink Ferries ship, everyone has their own travel philosophy. Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Disembarking the ferry in Stromness

Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Stromness:

  • Approaching Stromness Harbour / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is moored. There is no point in rushing. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Stromness Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Stromness Harbour.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Stromness / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Stromness. Finally, your stay in Stromness begins in earnest!

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