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

The cheapest way to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall is to line 3 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Tankerness and Kirkwall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messigate Road End and arriving at West Tankerness Lane. Services depart twice daily, and operate Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Tankerness to Kirkwall?

The distance between Tankerness and Kirkwall is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 16 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The line 3 bus from Messigate Road End to West Tankerness Lane takes 16 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tankerness to Kirkwall bus from?

Tankerness to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Messigate Road End station.

Where does the Tankerness to Kirkwall bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 164+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Tankerness to Kirkwall - 3 ways to travel via line 3 bus, taxi, and foot

There are 3 ways to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall by bus, taxi, or foot

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Tankerness to Kirkwall by bus

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Messigate Road End to West Tankerness Lane twice daily. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 16 min.

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