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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Kirkwall is to train and fly which costs £190 - £490 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Kirkwall is to train and fly which takes 6h 6m and costs £190 - £490.

How far is it from Liverpool to Kirkwall?

The distance between Liverpool and Kirkwall is 438 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Liverpool to Kirkwall, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 214+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Liverpool to Kirkwall - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Liverpool to Kirkwall by train or plane

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Train to Manchester Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane MAN - KOI
6h 6m
£197–486
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane BHX - KOI
7h 13m
£236–585

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 5mAverage Duration

£212Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Liverpool to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 435.2 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Kirkwall, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Liverpool to Kirkwall. However, you can take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, take the train to Manchester Airport, walk to Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, fly to Kirkwall (KOI), walk to Airport Terminal, then take the bus to Supermarkets. Alternatively, you can take the train to Birmingham New Street, take the train to Birmingham International, walk to Birmingham Airport (BHX) airport, fly to Kirkwall (KOI), walk to Airport Terminal, then take the bus to Supermarkets.

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