How much is the ferry from Thurso to Orkney?

How much is the ferry from Thurso to Orkney?

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Orkney Islands is to ferry which costs £16 – £25 and takes 3h 27m.

How long does the ferry to Orkney take?

The MV Hamnavoe travels from Scrabster at the very north of Mainland Scotland to Stromness in the Orkney islands. This ferry sails up to 6 times a day with the journey only taking 90 minutes and is the only ferry that sails past the iconic Old Man of Hoy.

How much does it cost to take your car to the Orkneys?

There are 2 – 3 departures per day and you can also take your car on this ferry. The price of a return trip, for 2 adults and a standard car, is around £208. The crossing from John O’Groats to Burwick is run by John O’Groats Ferries and takes 40 minutes.

What ferries sail to Orkney?

There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between Scotland and Orkney Islands operated by 1 ferry company – Pentland Ferries. The Gills Bay to St Margaret’s Hope ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 1 hour.

Can you take a motorhome to Orkney?

The Orkney Islands are a brilliant place to explore, and taking a caravan, motorhome or tent is a brilliant way to see the best of the islands.

Can I take my car to Orkney?

Drive and sail to Orkney Obviously, being an archipelago, you’ll have to take your vehicle onboard one of our ferries to complete your journey. There are three main ferry routes to and from Orkney. NorthLink Ferries sail between Aberdeen and Kirkwall, with an onward connection to Lerwick in Shetland too.

What is the best month to visit Orkney?

The best time to visit Orkney is anytime you can get there, really – although in winter, it is not so inviting, to be sure. However, anytime between Easter and end of autumn is a good time on Orkney, with long days around the Summer Solstice too.

How long is the ferry crossing from Gills Bay to Orkney?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

Is it worth going to Orkney Islands?

The Orkney Islands are certainly worth visiting however if you only have 7 or 8 days to spend in Scotland it may be difficult to work them into your itinerary as you probably wish to see some other parts of the country.

How long does it take to sail to Orkney?

Drive and sail to Orkney

Can you take motorhome on ferry to Orkney?

Boarding is a fairly simple process and the crew fit a surprising number of vehicles onto the ferry. The ferry loads from the rear only (it’s not roll-on, roll-off), so motorhomes, vans and other larger vehicles have to reverse on.

Can I take a motorhome to Shetland?

All the ferries, except the Fair Isle one, can accommodate motorhomes. All the islands are different and all are worth visiting but probably the most rewarding for the first-time visitor is Unst.