How to get from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal by bus and ferry?

Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal - Bus Timetable

The E6 bus from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal runs from 05:17 to 19:12, with departures every 3 hr 10 min-6 hr 30 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 52 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal by bus and ferry

To get from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal in Stromness, take the E6 bus from Bank Of Scotland, Thurso station to Ferry Terminal, Scrabster station. Next, take the NL1 ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Scrabster station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, Stromness station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The bus and ferry schedule from Thurso Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal on the Moovit app.

112min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E6E6
Ferry - NL1NL1
Walk to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
Leaves from Bank Of Scotland, Thurso

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bank Of Scotland, Thurso
    ID 6700713343
    680 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - E6E6
    Wait for bus
    E6
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferry Terminal, Scrabster
    ID 670086514
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Scrabster
    ID 9300SCR
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Ferry - NL1NL1
    Wait for ferry
    NL1
    Stromness
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal, Stromness
    ID 9300SNS
    90 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
    Walk to
    Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
    Stromness Stromness KW16 3
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal

The distance between Thurso Station and Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal is approximately 45.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Stromness – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Ferry timetable from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal

To check the bus and ferry timetable from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Thurso Station) and destination (Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and ferry, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and ferry timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line E6, Ferry line NL1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Thurso Station and Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal?

    The E6 bus line goes from Bank Of Scotland, Thurso station near Thurso Station in Thurso to Ferry Terminal, Scrabster station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line till Ferry Terminal, Scrabster station near Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thurso Station to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal by bus and ferry?

    The total travel time between Thurso Station and Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal by bus and ferry is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Thurso Station to get to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal?

    Get on the E6 bus from the Bank Of Scotland, Thurso stop near Thurso Station in Thurso.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Thurso Station and Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal?

    Get off the bus at the Ferry Terminal, Scrabster station, which is closest to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal.

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