Gills Bay
St Margaret's Hope
Ferries to Orkney Islands
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Ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Depending on the season their are usually 3 daily and 21 weekly sailings between Gills Bay and St Margaret's Hope. The Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry is operated by Pentland Ferries. Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing and availability for your ferry trip.

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope Ferry Times

The earliest ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope typically departs Gills Bay at about 09:30. The average sailing time of a Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry is approximately 1h 15m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 1h 15m.

Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferries typically range between €47* and €248*. The average price is around €166*. The cheapest ferry prices from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope start from €24*. The average price for a foot passenger is €79*. The average price for a car ferry is €201*.

Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.

What is the distance between Gills Bay and St Margaret's Hope?

The distance between Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is approximately 19.1 miles (30.8km), or 16.6 nautical miles.

Is there a Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope car ferry?

Yes, Pentland Ferries offer a car ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Gills Bay and St Margaret's Hope.

Are foot passengers allowed on the Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with Pentland Ferries.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Scotland to Orkney Islands page.
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Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Pentland Ferries
Average Price 166 €*
Average Daily Sailings 3
Average Weekly Sailings 21
Average Sailing Duration 1h 15m
First Ferry 09:30
Last Ferry 18:45
Distance 16 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

The approximate duration for ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is 1h 15m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is approximately 197 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope and this is
  • Pentland Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Book Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with
  • Pentland Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Yes, you can travel with a car from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope with the following operators
  • Pentland Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
  • Pentland Ferries

How far is St Margaret's Hope from Gills Bay?

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope is approximately 16 nautical miles distance apart.

Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 07/10/2024 and 13/10/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Pentland Ferries 09:30 10:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Pentland Ferries 13:30 14:45 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
Pentland Ferries 18:45 20:00 1 hour 15 minutes Everyday
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