Sail to Orkney and Shetland

>> The live stream of Lerwick Up Helly Aa 2025 can be viewed on the NorthLink Ferries Facebook page. Join us there at 19:00 (GMT) on Tuesday 28th January 2025.

Your journey begins as you set sail with NorthLink Ferries. On board the ferry to Shetland and Orkney you’ll be able to enjoy many comforts before arriving at your destination feeling refreshed and ready to begin your island adventure. With regular sailings for passengers and cars from Scrabster and Aberdeen, travelling to the Orkney and Shetland Islands from the Scottish Mainland is more convenient than ever before.

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