Connects ferry port Backaland on Isle of Eday, Orkney, Scotland with ferry port Aberdeen, North Scotland, Scotland.
There is no direct ferry between Backaland and Aberdeen. However you can reach your destination with one transfer at: Kirkwall.
The shortest distance from Backaland to Aberdeen is 123 nautical miles (227 km / 141 miles).
Check return route: Aberdeen to Backaland ferry →
There is no direct ferry between Backaland and Aberdeen, but you can make the journey with one stop in between:
Leg 1 — Backaland to Kirkwall Ferry — operated by Orkney Ferries, sailing approx 1h 15min. Price band: Medium. Adult £6.75/£13.50|Car (up to 5.5m) £16.00/£32.00|Motorcycle £9.20/£18.40|Bicycle free. Booking required. Vehicle bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure from Kirkwall. Transfer at Kirkwall. Backaland to Kirkwall ferry — full details →
Leg 2 — Kirkwall to Aberdeen Ferry — operated by NorthLink Ferries, sailing approx 6h–8h. Price band: High. Adult £27.50–£42.00 (single, season dependent)|Car (under 6m) £108.00–£149.00 (single, season dependent)|Motorcycle £23.95–£34.50|Bicycle free|Cabin accommodation available from £78.00. Booking required. Overnight crossing. Kirkwall is a mid-route call — the vessel originates from Lerwick. Cabin accommodation available. Booking essential. Kirkwall to Aberdeen ferry — full details →