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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from John O'groats to Orkney Islands

Composite routes from John O'groats to Orkney Islands

Cheapest
1 h 58 min
Car
63 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 54 min
Ferry, Bus
38 km.
from $45.37

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
Stagecoach North Scotland
Website
Stagecoach North Scotland
Website
29 min
Every 2 hours
$6.33–$8.86
01224591381
01224591381
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
Pentland Ferries
Website
Pentland Ferries
Website
1h 10m
3 times a day
$24.21
+44 (0)800 688 8998
+44 (0)800 688 8998
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands?

The cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands is to ferry and bus which costs $28.26 - $32.61 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands?

The fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands is to ferry and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs $28.26 - $32.61 .

How far is it from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands?

The distance between John O'Groats and Orkney Islands is 61 km.

How do I travel from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands without a car?

The best way to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs $28.26 - $32.61 .

How long does it take to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Orkney Islands?

There are 151+ hotels available in Orkney Islands. Prices start at $84.29 per night.
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