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Burwick to John O'Groats Ferry

Direct ferry 6 NM

Connects ferry port Burwick on South Ronaldsay, Orkney, Scotland with ferry port John O'Groats, North Scotland, Scotland.

This ferry route is operated byJohn O'Groats Ferries. The service operates in summer only.

The shortest distance from Burwick to John O'Groats is 6 nautical miles (12 km / 7 miles).

Check return route: John O'Groats to Burwick ferry →

Ferry Crossing from Burwick to John O'Groats

Operated by John O'Groats Ferries. Foot passenger service — no vehicles.

Summer only service, crossing time approximately 40 min. Operates May, June, July, August and September.

Advance booking is required for this crossing.

Price band: Medium.

Passenger and bicycle only — no cars. Historically operated May–September. Service is currently not operating — check latest status before planning travel.

Timetables

Schedule Summary
  • Passenger and bicycle only — no vehicles.
  • This service is currently not operating. John O'Groats Ferries is up for sale and no buyer has been confirmed. No sailings are currently scheduled.
  • Historically the service operated May–September, with the crossing taking approximately 40 minutes. Burwick is on the southern tip of South Ronaldsay, connected to Orkney Mainland by the Churchill Barriers.
Book with John O'Groats Ferries

Map of Ferry from Burwick to John O'Groats

Always confirm current schedules and prices directly with the operator before travel.

Ports

Burwick South Ronaldsay John O'Groats

Island

South Ronaldsay All ferry routes →

Operator

John O'Groats Ferries
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