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Transport To and From Kirkwall

A limited bus service is operational on the main island. The best way of travelling around the island is by private car. Significant places on the island are all located within easy driving distance. The town of Kirkwall is seven miles (11kms) from Finstown, 15 miles (24kms) from St Margaret's Hope and 61 miles (26kms) from the town of Stromness.

Bus and shuttles from Kirkwall

The island does not provide an extensive bus network. Besides the daily bus service between Burwick and Kirkwall, which is scheduled to coincide with departing and arriving ferries, there are bus services operating from Kirkwall to Stromness, Dounby Evie/Tingwall, East Holm, St Margaret's Hope and Deerness. There's also a service following the route from Hoy that connects with the ferry service.

Car hire and road travel from Kirkwall

On Orkney Island, you will find a 607 miles (977kms) network of roads. Travelling around this wonderful island is most convenient by private hire vehicle, and distances between main localities are not far. Kirkwall is situated 16 miles (26kms) from Stromness, 15 miles (24kms) from St Margaret's Hope and just seven miles (11kms) from Finstown.

Just a few car rental companies are represented in the town, and you have the option to hire a car on-the-spot. However, the best way to book a hire car and to make sure the car of your choice is available at the time you arrive is by booking online in advance. There's one reputed online supplier offering the finest deals from various internationally known rental companies including Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Thrifty and Europcar.

Rail from Kirkwall Port

There are no rail services available on the Orkney Islands. ScotRail offers combined rail and ferry services to Aberdeen from where the linking ferry service departs Kirkwall. For more travel information, ScotRail's can be contacted at: scotrail.enquiries@firstgroup.com.

Parking at Kirkwall Port

Nearby the passenger ferry terminal building is a small number of available parking spaces for both short-stay and long-stay car parking.

Taxis from Kirkwall Port

Usually, taxi services are available directly outside the ferry terminal, where they wait for incoming ferry passengers. Taxis offer the most comfortable and quickest way of connecting to your local destination or your lodging facility. Craigie' Taxis provides a 24-hour service. You can book a taxi in advance by calling: + 44 1856 878787.