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Moaness (North Hoy) to Stromness Ferry

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Connects ferry port Moaness (North Hoy) on Isle of Hoy, Orkney, Scotland with ferry port Stromness on Orkney Mainland, Orkney, Scotland.

This ferry route is operated byOrkney Ferries. The service operates year round.

The shortest distance from Moaness (North Hoy) to Stromness is 3 nautical miles (5 km / 3 miles).

Check return route: Stromness to Moaness (North Hoy) ferry →

Ferry Crossing from Moaness (North Hoy) to Stromness

This ferry service calls at multiple ports: Moaness (North Hoy), Graemsay, Stromness.

Operated by Orkney Ferries. Foot passenger service — no vehicles.

The ferry sails year round, crossing time approximately 30 min. Frequency: Daily.

Advance booking is required for this crossing.

Price band: Low. Adult £3.45/£6.90|Bicycle free

Passenger and bicycle only — no cars. Arrival times approximate due to tidal and weather conditions. Bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure from Stromness.

Timetables

Schedule Summary
  • Year round daily service. Crossing time approximately 30 minutes. Passenger and bicycle only — no vehicles. The vessel also calls at Graemsay en route.
  • Summer (3 May–27 Sep) dep Hoy (Moaness):
    Mon–Fri: 07:55, 10:30, 12:40A, 16:30, 18:30.
    Sat: 10:00, 18:30.
    Sun: 10:00, 18:30.
    Fri also: 22:00B.
  • Winter (Sep–May) dep Hoy (Moaness):
    Mon–Fri: 07:55, 10:30, 12:40A, 16:30, 18:30B.
    Sat: 10:00, 18:30.
    Sun: 10:00, 18:30.
    Fri also: 22:00C.
  • A — Cargo sailings. Passenger numbers limited — travel without booking not guaranteed. May be delayed due to cargo operations.
    B (summer) — On request. Must be booked by 17:00 on Friday.
    B (winter) — On request. Must be booked by 16:00 on day of sailing.
    C (winter) — On request. Must be booked by 16:00 on Friday.
  • Arrival times are approximate and may vary due to tidal and weather conditions.

Prices

Fares Summary
  • Adult £3.45/£6.90
  • Bicycle free
Book with Orkney Ferries

Moaness (North Hoy) to Stromness with Transfer

You can also travel via an intermediate port:

Leg 1 — Moaness (North Hoy) to Graemsay Ferry — operated by Orkney Ferries, sailing approx 30 min. Price band: Low. Adult £3.45/£6.90|Bicycle free. Booking required. Passenger and bicycle only — no cars. Arrival times approximate due to tidal and weather conditions. Bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure. Transfer at Graemsay. Moaness (North Hoy) to Graemsay ferry — full details →

Leg 2 — Graemsay to Stromness Ferry — operated by Orkney Ferries, sailing approx 15 min. Price band: Low. Adult £3.45/£6.90|Bicycle free. Booking required. Passenger and bicycle only. Vehicles from Graemsay by prior arrangement on cargo sailings only. Bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure from Stromness. Graemsay to Stromness ferry — full details →

Map of Ferry from Moaness (North Hoy) to Stromness

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