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2 h 23 min
59 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from John O' Groats to Kirkwall

Composite routes from John O' Groats to Kirkwall

Cheapest
2 h 23 min
Car
59 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 50 min
Ferry, Bus
38 km.
from $46.39

Transport providers

Bus operators

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Ferry terminal to West
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49

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 Kirkwall?

The cheapest way to get from John o' Groats to Kirkwall is to ferry and bus which costs $29.35 - $33.70 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Kirkwall?

The fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Kirkwall is to ferry and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $29.35 - $33.70 .

How far is it from John o' Groats to Kirkwall?

The distance between John o' Groats and Kirkwall is 62 km.

How do I travel from John o' Groats to Kirkwall without a car?

The best way to get from John o' Groats to Kirkwall without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $29.35 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from John o' Groats to Kirkwall, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 153+ hotels available in Kirkwall. Prices start at $84.29 per night.
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