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

The cheapest way to get from Tankerness to Stromness is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tankerness to Stromness is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Tankerness and Stromness?

No, there is no direct bus from Tankerness to Stromness. However, there are services departing from Messigate Road End and arriving at Garson Drive via Travel Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Tankerness to Stromness?

The distance between Tankerness and Stromness is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tankerness to Stromness without a car is to line 3 bus and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Tankerness to Stromness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tankerness to Stromness bus from?

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

Where does the Tankerness to Stromness bus arrive?

Tankerness to Stromness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Travel Centre station.

Can I drive from Tankerness to Stromness?

Yes, the driving distance between Tankerness to Stromness is 21 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Tankerness to Stromness.

Where can I stay near Stromness?

There are 160+ hotels available in Stromness.

Tankerness to Stromness - 3 ways to travel via line 3 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Tankerness to Stromness by bus, car, or taxi

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

Line 3 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Messigate Road End to Travel Centre3
2. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Garson DriveX1
1h 17m
£7–11
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tankerness to Stromness20.5 mi
34 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tankerness to Stromness20.5 mi
34 min
£45–55

Tankerness to Stromness by bus

54Weekly Buses

1h 17mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.3 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Messigate Road End to Garson Drive via Travel Centre in around 1h 17m.

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