What is the cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands is to ferry which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands?

The fastest way to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands is to ferry which takes 6h and costs £18 - £35.

Is there a direct ferry between Lerwick and Orkney Islands?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal and arriving at Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Lerwick to Orkney Islands?

The distance between Lerwick and Orkney Islands is 118 miles.

How do I travel from Lerwick to Orkney Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands without a car is to ferry which takes 6h and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Orkney Islands?

There are 230+ hotels available in Orkney Islands.

Lerwick to Orkney Islands - 2 ways to travel via bus, plane, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Lerwick to Orkney Islands by bus, plane, or ferry

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane LSI - KOI
2h 56m
Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
6h
£18–31

Lerwick to Orkney Islands by ferry

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Lerwick, Scotland and Orkney Islands, Scotland?

NorthLink Ferries operates a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal twice a week. Tickets cost £18–31 and the journey takes 6h.

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