What is the cheapest way to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The cheapest way to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The fastest way to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £24 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exchange Cottage and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The distance between Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall is 14 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

How do I travel from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall without a car?

The best way to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The bus from Exchange Cottage to Travel Centre takes 26 min including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus from?

Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Exchange Cottage station.

Where does the Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus arrive?

Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Travel Centre station.

What is the time difference between Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall?

Kirkwall is 1h behind Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal. It is currently 4:21 AM in Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal and 3:21 AM in Kirkwall.

Can I drive from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 163+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall - 3 ways to travel via bus, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Exchange Cottage to Travel Centre9E
32 min
£4–6
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall10.4 mi
14 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall10.4 mi
14 min
£24–30

Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall by foot and bus

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Map of how to get from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 14.3 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal, Scotland and Kirkwall, Scotland?

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Exchange Cottage to Travel Centre twice a week. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 26 min.

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