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How to get fromDornoch to Stromnessby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Dornoch to Stromness by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Dornoch Academy to Scrabster Vehicle Terminalbus bus Ember
    2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry ferry Nl1
    4h 39m
    £23–33

  2. Bus, ferry via Dornoch

    1. Take the bus from Dornoch to Scrabster Vehicle Terminalbus bus Ember
    2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry ferry Nl1
    4h 55m
    £24–34

Dornoch to Stromness by bus and ferry

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration4h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket£23Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 110.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Dornoch, Scotland and Stromness, Orkney Islands, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dornoch to Stromness. However, you can take the bus to Scrabster Vehicle Terminal, walk to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dornoch to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal via Scrabster Vehicle Terminal and Scrabster Ferry Terminal in around 4h 55m.

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