What is the cheapest way to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The cheapest way to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The fastest way to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gorseness and arriving at Travel Centre. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The distance between Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall is 33 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

The bus from Gorseness to Travel Centre takes 50 min including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus from?

Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Gorseness station.

Where does the Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus arrive?

Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Travel Centre station.

What is the time difference between Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal and Kirkwall?

Kirkwall is 1h behind Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal. It is currently 9:13 AM in Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal and 8:13 AM in Kirkwall.

Can I drive from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 163+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall - 3 ways to travel via bus, and taxi

Q: How do I travel from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall without a car?

The best way to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall without a car is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs £8 - £11.

There are 3 ways to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gorseness to Travel Centre7E
1h 2m
£8–11
Drive 13.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall13.2 mi
20 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall13.2 mi
20 min
£30–40

Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall by foot and bus

3Weekly Services

1h 2mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Tingwall Orkney Ferry Terminal, Scotland and Kirkwall, Scotland?

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Gorseness to Travel Centre 3 times a week. Tickets cost £8–11 and the journey takes 50 min.

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