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

The cheapest way to get from Durness to Orkney Islands is to drive and ferry which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durness to Orkney Islands is to drive and ferry which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Durness to Orkney Islands?

The distance between Durness and Orkney Islands is 109 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durness to Orkney Islands without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Durness to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Orkney Islands?

There are 232+ hotels available in Orkney Islands.

Durness to Orkney Islands - 2 ways to travel via car, ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Durness to Orkney Islands by car, ferry, or bus

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Drive, ferry
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1. Drive from Durness to Scrabster Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry Nl1
3h 42m
£32–46
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Royal Bank of Scotlandbus 803
2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry Nl1
6h 30m

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Map of how to get from Durness to Orkney Islands.

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Distance: 108.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Durness, Scotland and Orkney Islands, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Durness to Orkney Islands. However, you can drive to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, walk to Travel Centre, then take the bus to Quanterness Cottages. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Quanterness Cottages via Bank of Scotland, Ferry Terminal, Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, and Travel Centre in around 6h 30m.

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