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

The cheapest way to get from Orkney Islands to Manchester is to ferry and bus which costs £65 - £120 and takes 16h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orkney Islands to Manchester is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs £190 - £550.

How far is it from Orkney Islands to Manchester?

The distance between Orkney Islands and Manchester is 403 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orkney Islands to Manchester without a car is to ferry and train via Edinburgh which takes 15h 28m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Orkney Islands to Manchester, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Orkney Islands to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Orkney Islands to Manchester by plane, ferry, train, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane KOI - MAN
5h 45m
£195–508
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
16h 51m
£68–111
Ferry, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the ferry from Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
15h 28m
£121–231
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain
16h 8m
£100–154

Orkney Islands to Manchester by ferry, foot, and train

3Weekly Services

15h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 400.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Orkney Islands, Scotland and Manchester, England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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