What is the cheapest way to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh?

The cheapest way to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh is to bus and ferry and fly which costs £200 - £750 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh?

The fastest way to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh is to bus and ferry and fly which takes 7h 38m and costs £200 - £750.

How far is it from John O' Groats to Sumburgh?

The distance between John O' Groats and Sumburgh is 160 miles.

How long does it take to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh, including transfers.

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There is 1 way to get from John O' Groats to Sumburgh by bus, ferry, or plane

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1. Take the bus from JOG Knitwear to Sir George's Street Churchbus
2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
3. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Lerwick (LSI)plane KOI - LSI
7h 38m
£201–727

Kirkwall (KOI) to Lerwick (LSI) flights

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40 minAverage Duration

£183Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between John O' Groats, Scotland and Sumburgh, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from John O' Groats to Sumburgh. However, you can take the bus to Sir George's Street Church, walk to Bank of Scotland, take the line 80 bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, walk to Travel Centre, take the bus to Travel Centre, take the bus to Airport Terminal, walk to Kirkwall (KOI) airport, then fly to Lerwick (LSI).

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