Stromness

Useful information and travel links to and from Stromness in Orkney

NorthLink Ferries, Ferry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3BH, United Kingdom

Stromness Ferry Terminal can be found at Orkney's main gateway - the busy port of Stromness. Dating from the 17th century, Stromness owes its origins to its excellent harbour.

Today, visitors and residents alike can stroll through the cobbled streets enjoying the range of craft shops, tremendous views of the harbour and the excellent dining opportunities.

Stromness is 16 miles from Kirkwall, 9 miles from Finstown and 19 miles from Kirkwall Airport.

• Stromness by Bus
  In Stromness, buses stop opposite the ferry terminal. Buses are operated by Stagecoach.
  There is a bus service from Stromness which connects with evening ferries to/from Hatston. Visit our Hatston connecting bus page for more information.
• Stromness by Air
  Kirkwall Airport is located 19 miles from Stromness. There is a regular bus service from Stromness to Kirkwall, and from Kirkwall to the airport, operated by Stagecoach. Inter-island services are operated by Loganair.
• Stromness by Sea
  Orkney Ferries operate a regular passenger ferry service from Stromness to Graemsay and Hoy and also operate all other inter-island services.

Stromness Terminal Facilities

• Ticket Sales and Enquiries
• Tourist Information Centre
• Luggage area with lockers
• Hot and Cold Drinks Vending Machines
• Lift
• Disabled Access
• Disabled Toilet

Parking at Stromness Terminal

There is short term parking available at the terminal, with long-stay parking available on Ferry Road, a short distance from the terminal.

Checking in at Stromness

Check-in for the 0630 sailing will open 60 minutes prior to departure. During mid and peak season passengers who have reserved an overnight cabin should check in and board for the 0630 sailing from Stromness between 2130 – 2330 the previous evening. Please note that overnight accommodation is not available on MV Hamnavoe in the winter months. For all other sailings check-in will open 90 minutes prior to departure. Car drivers are recommended to check in at least one hour prior to departure.

Final check-in is 30 minutes prior to departure.