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How to get from Stromness to Scrabster by ferry ?

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

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

Stromness to Scrabster Ferry Information

Port of departure
Stromness
United Kingdom
Orkney Islands
Port of Arrival
Scrabster
United Kingdom
Scotland
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 Stromness Scrabster: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Stromness to Scrabster, 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 Stromness to Scrabster route is £70. The average ferry crossing time from Stromness to Scrabster is 1 hours 30 min. The slowest ferries will take 1 hours 30 min to reach Scrabster, while the fastest boats will arrive in Scrabster in 1 hours 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Stromness at 06:30. The last boat to Scrabster leaves the port of Stromness at 16:45.

Average price of a Stromness to Scrabster ferry crossing
£70
Price range of ferries Stromness Scrabster (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£23 - £120
Average crossing time Stromness Scrabster
1 hours 30 min
Departure time of first ferry to Scrabster
06:30
Time last ferry leaves for Scrabster
16:45
Arrival time of first ferry to Scrabster
08:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Scrabster
18:15

Why travel by ferry from Stromness to Scrabster?

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

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 Stromness, 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 Scrabster. 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 Scrabster.
No need to worry about travelling with your bike
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. This is not the case on the ferry. Like any vehicle, your two-wheeler will be parked in the ship's garage. You travel from Stromness to Scrabster with complete peace of mind, without fear of damage to your bike. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Scrabster.
To get some sea air
There is no longer any doubt that sea air has many health benefits. During the Stromness-Scrabster crossing, access the outside areas of the NorthLink Ferries ship to take a deep breath of air. A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your holiday in Scrabster full of energy.

Which companies operate between Stromness and Scrabster?

If you want to travel between Stromness and Scrabster 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 Stromness Scrabster
NorthLink Ferries
NorthLink Ferries is a Scottish based ferry company operating between Scotland and the Northern Isles of Scotland. On Vivanoda, you can compare Stromness-Scrabster fares and book a NorthLink Ferries ticket between Stromness and Scrabster. NorthLink Ferries operates 3 crossings a day to Scrabster from Stromness 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 Stromness? Where do the boats arrive in Scrabster?

Port of departure in Stromness

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

Stomness Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Scrabster

NorthLink Ferries ships arrive in Scrabster from the following ports:

Scrabster Ferry Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

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

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

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

To go by boat from Stromness to Scrabster, 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 Stromness at 06:30 for Scrabster.

The last ferry to Scrabster usually departs from Stromness at 16:45.

Your Stromness to Scrabster ferry experience

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Stromness to Scrabster 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 Stromness to disembarking in Scrabster. You will also find practical information about Stromness and Scrabster.

Boarding in Stromness

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

  • Arrival time in Stromness port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with NorthLink Ferries) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Stromness ferry terminal. After this time, your reservation is no longer guaranteed.
  • Checking in for the Stromness Scrabster crossing / Go to the NorthLink Ferries desk at Stromness 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 Scrabster / Watch out for voice messages in the Stromness ferry terminal inviting you to board. By car, follow the instructions of NorthLink Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Stromness and Scrabster

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.

The ferry is approaching Scrabster, disembarkation imminent!

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

  • Approaching Scrabster 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 Scrabster Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Scrabster Harbour.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Scrabster / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. It's even faster as a pedestrian. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Scrabster. Finally, your stay in Scrabster begins in earnest!

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