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

The cheapest way to get from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to ferry and line 6 bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to ferry and line 6 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £7 - £11.

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

The distance between Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall without a car is to ferry and line 6 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £7 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall, including transfers.

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

Kirkwall is 1h behind Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal. It is currently 10:12 PM in Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal and 9:12 PM in Kirkwall.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 164+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall - one way to travel via ferry

There is 1 way to get from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall by ferry or bus

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

Ferry, line 6 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Tingwall Orkney Ferry TerminalOf3
2. Take the bus from Ferry terminal to Travel Centre6
1h 53m
£7–11

Questions & Answers

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

Launch map view

Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

There is no direct connection from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall. However, you can take the ferry to Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry terminal, then take the line 6 bus to Travel Centre.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.