Lerwick Kirkwall Ferry

Connecting the capital town of Lerwick in the Shetland Islands with the capital town of Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands, this ferry route is the only ferry route to provide a connection between the Shetland Islands and the Orkney Islands. The town of Lerwick, the main town of the Shetland Islands, and home to all the amenities you may expect from a much larger city, such as leisure centres, entertainment facilities, and all the restaurants and shops that you may need, and is the perfect place to visit to see the rich history of the Shetland.

The town of Kirkwall is the largest town in the Orkneys, and is home to the famous St Magnus Cathedral, one of the oldest medieval buildings in Scotland, and has an array of historical sights and places to visit to help understand the Orkneys.

With up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, and with sail times of around 5 hours and 30 minutes, there are plenty of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Lerwick to Kirkwall sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.