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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kirkwall is to train and fly which costs £140 - £550 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kirkwall is to train and fly which takes 6h 4m and costs £140 - £550.

How far is it from Reading to Kirkwall?

The distance between Reading and Kirkwall is 583 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Reading to Kirkwall, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 214+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

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

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

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Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane LHR - KOI
6h 4m
£148–518
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane BHX - KOI
6h 37m
£249–557

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

11Weekly Planes

4h 14mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 579.7 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Kirkwall. However, you can take the train to London Paddington, take the train to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, walk to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport, fly to Kirkwall (KOI), walk to Airport Terminal, then take the bus to Supermarkets. Alternatively, you can 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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