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Pierowall to Kirkwall Ferry

Transfer options 20 NM

Connects ferry port Pierowall on Isle of Westray, Orkney, Scotland with ferry port Kirkwall on Orkney Mainland, Orkney, Scotland.

There is no direct ferry between Pierowall and Kirkwall. However you can reach your destination with one transfer at: Papa Westray.

The shortest distance from Pierowall to Kirkwall is 20 nautical miles (37 km / 23 miles).

Check return route: Kirkwall to Pierowall ferry →

Travelling by Ferry from Pierowall to Kirkwall

There is no direct ferry between Pierowall and Kirkwall, but you can make the journey with one stop in between:

Leg 1 — Pierowall to Papa Westray 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 — no cars. Most sailings connect with the Rapness ro-ro ferry arrival. Bookings must be made at least 1 hour before departure from Pierowall. Transfer at Papa Westray. Pierowall to Papa Westray ferry — full details →

Leg 2 — Papa Westray to Kirkwall Ferry — operated by Orkney Ferries, sailing approx 1h 45min. 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. Vessel calls at Rapness (Westray) en route. Vehicle bookings must be made at least 1 hour before the vessel departs Kirkwall. Papa Westray to Kirkwall ferry — full details →

Map of Ferry from Pierowall to Kirkwall

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