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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster is to ferry and line 80 bus which costs £28 - £35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster is to ferry and line 80 bus which takes 4h 53m and costs £28 - £35.

How far is it from Kirkwall to Scrabster?

The distance between Kirkwall and Scrabster is 57 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster without a car is to ferry and line 80 bus which takes 4h 53m and costs £28 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 101+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Kirkwall to Scrabster - one way to travel via ferry, and line 80 bus

There is 1 way to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 80 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills Bay Ferry Terminalferry Pf1
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Sir George's Street Churchbus 80
4h 53m
£29–34

Kirkwall to Scrabster by bus and ferry

4Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kirkwall to Scrabster.

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Distance: 56.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

There is no direct connection from Kirkwall to Scrabster. However, you can take the bus to Ferry terminal, walk to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, take the line 80 bus to Sir George's Street Church, walk to Bank of Scotland, then take the bus to Ferry Terminal.

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