What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shapinsay?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shapinsay is to fly and ferry which costs £190 - £500 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Shapinsay?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shapinsay is to fly and ferry which takes 6h 22m and costs £190 - £500.

How far is it from Manchester to Shapinsay?

The distance between Manchester and Shapinsay is 409 miles.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Shapinsay?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Manchester to Shapinsay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shapinsay?

There are 228+ hotels available in Shapinsay.

Manchester to Shapinsay - one way to travel via plane, and ferry

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There is 1 way to get from Manchester to Shapinsay by plane or ferry

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1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane MAN - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal to Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
6h 22m
£199–494

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

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5h 5mAverage Duration

£305Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406.3 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Shapinsay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Manchester to Shapinsay. However, you can take the train to Manchester Airport, walk to Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, fly to Kirkwall (KOI), walk to Airport Terminal, take the line 4 bus to Kirkwall Hotel, walk to Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Shapinsay Orkney Ferry Terminal.

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