Connects ferry port Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland with ferry port Backaland on Isle of Eday, Orkney, Scotland.
There is no direct ferry between Lerwick and Backaland. However you can reach your destination with one transfer at: Kirkwall.
The shortest distance from Lerwick to Backaland is 77 nautical miles (143 km / 89 miles).
Check return route: Backaland to Lerwick ferry →
There is no direct ferry between Lerwick and Backaland, but you can make the journey with one stop in between:
Leg 1 — Lerwick to Kirkwall Ferry — operated by NorthLink Ferries, sailing approx 6h. Price band: High. Adult £18.55–£26.50 (single, season dependent)|Car (under 6m) £69.00–£111.00 (single, season dependent)|Motorcycle £23.95–£31.50|Bicycle free|Cabin accommodation available from £78.00. Booking required. Overnight crossing. Kirkwall to Lerwick leg of the Aberdeen–Kirkwall–Lerwick route. Cabin accommodation available. Booking essential. Transfer at Kirkwall. Lerwick to Kirkwall ferry — full details →
Leg 2 — Kirkwall to Backaland 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. Kirkwall to Backaland ferry — full details →