Ferry Crossing from Scrabster to Stromness
Operated by NorthLink Ferries.
Vehicle ferry — accepts cars, bicycles and pets on board.
The ferry sails year round, crossing time approximately 1h 30min.
Frequency: 2-3x daily.
Advance booking is required for this crossing.
Price band: High. Adult £22.10–£26.00 (single, season dependent)|Car (under 6m) £72.00–£79.00 (single, season dependent)|Motorcycle £21.20–£27.00|Bicycle free
Passes the dramatic cliffs of Hoy. Thurso railway station approximately 3 miles from Scrabster. Booking recommended for vehicles.
Timetables
Schedule Summary
- Year round service, 2–3 sailings daily. Crossing time 90 minutes. Passes the dramatic cliffs of Hoy.
- Off-peak (Mon–Fri outside peak season) dep Scrabster: 06:30, 16:45.
- Peak (Mon–Fri peak season) dep Scrabster: 06:30, 11:00, 16:45.
- Weekend dep Scrabster: 09:00, 16:45.
- On Sat 8 Aug 2026 (County Show day): afternoon sailings at 17:45 and 20:00.
On Sun 9 Aug 2026: 3-sailing day.
- Scheduled maintenance: 5–17 Jan 2026 — amended timetable with extra Aberdeen–Kirkwall–Lerwick sailings substituting some Scrabster services.
- Fares vary by season:
Low season (7 Jan–23 Mar, 1 Nov–17 Dec): adult £22.10, car £72.00.
Mid season (24 Mar–14 Jun, 1 Sep–31 Oct): adult £23.95, car £74.00.
Peak season (15 Jun–31 Aug): adult £26.00, car £79.00.
- Priority boarding available for Stromness to Scrabster direction (supplement applies).
Prices
Fares Summary
- Adult £22.10–£26.00 (single, season dependent)
- Car (under 6m) £72.00–£79.00 (single, season dependent)
- Motorcycle £21.20–£27.00
- Bicycle free
Book with NorthLink Ferries
Map of Ferry from Scrabster to Stromness
Always confirm current schedules and prices directly with the operator before travel.