Travel Updates
There are multiple travel updates for our services.
  • HOUTON/FLOTTA/LYNESS SERVICE UPDATE – REFIT PERIOD
    05/03/2026 11:31

    We would like to advise customers that due to MV Hoy Head going for refit, MV Thorsvoe will be on the route from Saturday 7th March for approximately 3 weeks.

    This will mean that there will be a reduction of available vehicle capacity onboard and we would advise booking in advance where possible to secure space.

    We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • WESTRAY SERVICE - SATURDAY 2ND MAY
    24/02/2026 10:47

    We would like to advise passengers that the 07:20 Westray service on Saturday 2nd May will operate to the following schedule.

    Depart Kirkwall 06:40

    Arrive Westray 08:05

    Depart Westray 08:15

    Arrive Kirkwall 09:40

    This is to accommodate Westray rugby players attending Rugby Sevens in Kirkwall.

    All affected passengers have been contacted.

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