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Booking Info

Booking directly with NorthLink Ferries is cheaper than booking with another website and we never charge for any amendments made to your booking. You’ll find all your answers to any booking queries on the following pages.

How to book with NorthLink Ferries

Video on how to book a ferry to Shetland or Orkney.

Timetables

2021 timetables for the ferry from the Scottish Mainland to Orkney and Shetland.

2021 Dry Dock Timetable

NorthLink will operate an amended service as ships undergo scheduled maintenance in 2021.

Fares

Standard fare information for passengers, cars and cabins with NorthLink Ferries.

Islander information

Islander fares and more info for Orkney and Shetland residents.

Forgotten Your NorthLink ID?

Receive a reminder of your NorthLink ID and Password.

Online Booking FAQs

Help with booking a sailing to Shetland and Orkney online.

Our Routes

Sail from Scrabster and Aberdeen to the Orkney and Shetland islands.

Do I need a cabin?

Find out about cabins, pods and our cabin sharing scheme.

Top tips for travel

Insider tips for sailings to Orkney and Shetland.

Dive equipment policy

How to safely transport diving equipment including cylinders.

Prohibited items

Items that are not permitted on board NorthLink Ferries ships to Shetland and Orkney.

Office Opening Times

Aberdeen, Hatston, Kiln Corner, Lerwick, Scrabster, Stromness.

Offers

Including the Family and Friends discount and the Hamnavoe B&B offer.

Passenger Ship Positions

The real time positions of the NorthLink passenger ferries.

2022 Bookings

Receive an e-mail notification when booking is opened for 2022 sailings.

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