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2 h 42 min
70 km.
from $3
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Thurso, Great Britain → Orkney Islands, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Thurso to Orkney Islands

Cheapest
2 h 42 min
Car
70 km.
from $3
Other
4 h 35 min
Bus, Ferry
54 km.
from $55.08

Transport providers

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
Email:
Website:
northlinkferries.co.uk/
Other from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness
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 Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St
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 Royal Bank of Scotland to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02
Bus from Ferry terminal to Quanterness
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Orkney Islands is to ferry which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Orkney Islands is to ferry which takes 3h 36m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

How far is it from Thurso to Orkney Islands?

The distance between Thurso and Orkney Islands is 65 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Orkney Islands without a car is to ferry which takes 3h 36m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Thurso to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Thurso and Orkney Islands?

It is currently 14:22 at both, Thurso and Orkney Islands.

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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