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

The cheapest way to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall is to taxi which costs £16 - £20 and takes 9 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 four times a day, and operate Monday to 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 .

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 four times a day.

Where do I catch the Tankerness to Kirkwall bus from?

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

Where does the Tankerness to Kirkwall bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 222+ 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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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Stagecoach Bluebird operates a bus from Messigate Road End to West Tankerness Lane 4 times a day, and the journey takes 16 min.

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