What is the cheapest way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall?

The cheapest way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall is to ferry which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall?

The fastest way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall is to ferry which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £5.

Is there a direct ferry between Shapinsay and Kirkwall?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminal and arriving at Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Shapinsay to Kirkwall?

The distance between Shapinsay and Kirkwall is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Shapinsay to Kirkwall without a car?

The best way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall without a car is to ferry which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall?

The ferry from Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal takes 25 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 195+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Shapinsay to Kirkwall - one way to travel via ferry

There is 1 way to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall by ferry

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1. Take the ferry from Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminalferry Of4
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Shapinsay to Kirkwall by ferry

82Weekly Ferries

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Map of how to get from Shapinsay to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 4.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Shapinsay, Scotland and Kirkwall, Scotland?

Orkney Ferries operates a ferry from Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 25 min.

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