What is the cheapest way to get from Rousay to Stromness?

The cheapest way to get from Rousay to Stromness is to ferry and line 6 bus and bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rousay to Stromness?

The fastest way to get from Rousay to Stromness is to ferry and taxi which takes 51 min and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Rousay to Stromness?

The distance between Rousay and Stromness is 19 miles.

How do I travel from Rousay to Stromness without a car?

The best way to get from Rousay to Stromness without a car is to ferry and taxi which takes 51 min and costs £30 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Rousay to Stromness?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Rousay to Stromness, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Stromness?

There are 163+ hotels available in Stromness.

Rousay to Stromness - 2 ways to travel via ferry, taxi, line 6 bus, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Rousay to Stromness by ferry, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Tingwall Orkney Ferry TerminalOf3
2. Take the taxi from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Stromness
51 min
£33–45
Ferry, line 6 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Tingwall Orkney Ferry TerminalOf3
2. Take the bus from Ferry terminal to Travel Centre6
3. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Hamnavoe EstateX1
3h 12m
£12–18

Rousay to Stromness by ferry and bus

45Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Rousay, Scotland and Stromness, Orkney Islands, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Rousay to Stromness. However, you can take the ferry to Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal then take the taxi to Stromness. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Rousay Orkney Ferry Terminal to Hamnavoe Estate via Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal, Ferry terminal, and Travel Centre in around 3h 12m.

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