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

The cheapest way to get from Tankerness to Kirkwall is to bus which costs £6 - £8 and takes 47 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 Travel Centre. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Tankerness to Kirkwall?

The distance between Tankerness and Kirkwall is 23 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 bus which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £8.

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

The bus from Messigate Road End to Travel Centre takes 47 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

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 Travel Centre station.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 164+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Tankerness to Kirkwall - 3 ways to travel via 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

6Weekly Buses

47 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.5 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Messigate Road End to Travel Centre 6 times a week. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 47 min.

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