Kirkwall to Balfour Ferry

Operated by Orkney Ferries. Vehicle ferry — accepts cars, bicycles and pets on board.

The ferry sails year round, crossing time approximately 25 min. Frequency: Daily.

Advance booking is required for this crossing.

Price band: Low. Adult £3.45/£6.90|Car (up to 5.5m) £11.00/£22.00|Motorcycle £5.80/£11.60|Bicycle free

Passengers required to reverse vehicles on board. Vehicle bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure.

Timetables

Schedule Summary

Year round daily service. Crossing time approximately 25 minutes.
Summer (3 May–27 Sep) dep Kirkwall:
Mon–Fri: 08:15, 09:45, 11:30, 14:15, 16:00, 17:30.
Sat: 09:45, 11:30, 14:15, 16:00, 17:30, 19:45.
Sun: 09:45, 11:30, 14:15, 18:15, 19:45.
Winter (Sep–May) dep Kirkwall:
Mon–Fri: 08:15, 09:45, 11:30, 14:15, 16:00, 17:30.
Sat: 09:45, 11:30, 14:15, 16:00, 17:30.
Sun: 11:30, 14:15, 16:00.

Fares Summary