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How to get fromKirkwall to Longhopeby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Kirkwall to Longhope by bus or ferry

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  1. Line 2 bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Ferry Terminalbus bus 2
    2. Take the ferry from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Longhope Orkney Ferry Terminalferry ferry Of2
    2h 40m
    £6–9

  2. Line 2 bus, ferry via Pier

    1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Ferry Terminalbus bus 2
    2. Take the ferry from Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal to Lyness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry ferry Of2
    3h 35m
    £6–8

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  • Distance: 23.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Kirkwall, Scotland and Longhope, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Kirkwall to Longhope. However, you can take the line 2 bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Longhope Orkney Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Travel Centre to Doonatown via Ferry Terminal, Houton Orkney Ferry Terminal, Lyness Orkney Ferry Terminal, and Pier in around 3h 35m.

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