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2 h 42 min
70 km.
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Orkney Islands, Great Britain → Thurso, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Orkney Islands to Thurso

Composite routes from Orkney Islands to Thurso

Cheapest
2 h 42 min
Car
70 km.
from $3
Other
4 h 45 min
Bus, Ferry
54 km.
from $56.18

Transport providers

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
Email:
Website:
northlinkferries.co.uk/
Other from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Pentland Ferries

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

Bus operators

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Quanterness Cottages to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76
Bus from Ferry Terminal to Royal
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso?

The cheapest way to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso is to ferry which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso?

The fastest way to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso is to ferry which takes 3h 57m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

How far is it from Orkney Islands to Thurso?

The distance between Orkney Islands and Thurso is 65 km.

How do I travel from Orkney Islands to Thurso without a car?

The best way to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso without a car is to ferry which takes 3h 57m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Orkney Islands to Thurso, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 92+ hotels available in Thurso. Prices start at $53.48 per night.
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