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

The cheapest way to get from Orphir to Kirkwall is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Orphir to Kirkwall is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Orphir and Kirkwall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Community School and arriving at West Tankerness Lane. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Orphir to Kirkwall?

The distance between Orphir and Kirkwall is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orphir to Kirkwall without a car is to line 2 bus which takes 14 min and costs £3 - £4.

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

The line 2 bus from Community School to West Tankerness Lane takes 14 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Orphir to Kirkwall bus from?

Orphir to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Community School station.

Where does the Orphir to Kirkwall bus arrive?

Orphir to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at West Tankerness Lane station.

Can I drive from Orphir to Kirkwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Orphir to Kirkwall is 8 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Orphir to Kirkwall.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 214+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Orphir to Kirkwall - 3 ways to travel via line 2 bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Orphir 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.

Line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Community School to West Tankerness Lanebus 2
14 min
£3–4
Drive 8.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Orphir to Kirkwallcar 8.1 mi
10 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Orphir to Kirkwalltaxi 8.1 mi
10 min
£20–25

Orphir to Kirkwall by bus

37Weekly Buses

14 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Community School to West Tankerness Lane 5 times a day. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 14 min.

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