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How to get fromDunnet Head to Orkney Islandsby ferry or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunnet Head to Orkney Islands by ferry or bus

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  1. Ferry, bus

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    1. Take the ferry from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminalferry ferry Pf1
    2. Take the bus from Ferry terminal to Hornesquoy Roadbus bus X1
    2h 33m
    £83–92

  2. Ferry, bus via Hospital Entrance

    1. Take the ferry from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminalferry ferry Pf1
    2. Take the bus from Ferry terminal to Hospital Entrancebus bus X1
    2h 35m
    £83–92

  3. Ferry, bus via Hatston Bus Garage

    1. Take the ferry from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminalferry ferry Pf1
    2. Take the bus from Ferry terminal to Hatston Bus Garagebus bus X1
    2h 49m
    £83–92

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  • Distance: 43.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Dunnet Head, Scotland and Orkney Islands, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dunnet Head to Orkney Islands. However, you can take the taxi to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry terminal, then take the bus to Hornesquoy Road. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dunnet Head to Hospital Entrance via Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal, and Ferry terminal in around 2h 35m.

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