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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Orkney Islands is to ferry and bus which costs £15 - £21 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Orkney Islands is to ferry and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs £15 - £21.

How far is it from Scrabster to Orkney Islands?

The distance between Scrabster and Orkney Islands is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Orkney Islands without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs £15 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Scrabster to Orkney Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Orkney Islands?

There are 228+ hotels available in Orkney Islands.

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Scrabster to Orkney Islands by ferry or bus

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1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry Nl1
2. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Hospital Entrancebus X1 / ...
2h 30m
£16–21
Ferry, bus via Hatston Park
1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry Nl1
2. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Hatston Parkbus 8S / ...
3h 30m
£16–21

Scrabster to Orkney Islands by ferry and bus

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2h 30mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Scrabster to Orkney Islands. However, you can take the ferry to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, walk to Travel Centre, then take the bus to Hospital Entrance. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Hatston Park via Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal and Travel Centre in around 3h 30m.

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