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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
2 h 26 min
Car
63 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 48 min
Ferry, Bus
40 km.
from $45.57

Transport providers

Bus operators

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Ferry terminal to Hornesquoy
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

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 $29.35 - $32.61 and takes 3h 48m.

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 48m and costs $29.35 - $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 48m and costs $29.35 - $32.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m 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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