How to travel from Kirkwall to Hull, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Hull is around 657km (408 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Hull by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Hull → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Humberside (HUY).
- Duration2h 40m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost£555($655)
Loganair
+ 1 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the bus to Edinburgh Bus Station then Leeds Bus Station and then to Hull Paragon Interchange.
- Duration16h 50m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£78($90)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Edinburgh then York and then to Hull.
- Duration13h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£110($130)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Hull.
- Duration13h 55m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£125($145)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Hull
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Hull by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £78 ($90) and will take around 16h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £555 ($655).
The distance between Kirkwall and Hull is around 657km (408 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 604km (375 miles)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Kirkwall and Hull by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Hull is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx £555 ($655).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Hull is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £78 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Hull. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Humberside (HUY). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Hull. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Humberside (HUY). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kirkwall and Hull. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Humberside (HUY) - via Aberdeen (ABZ). The flight takes around 2hrs.
There is no direct flight from Kirkwall to Hull. There is however a flight that goes via Aberdeen (ABZ). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kirkwall to Hull typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Humberside (HUY).
The closest major airport to Hull is Humberside Airport (HUY) (HUY) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Hull. Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kirkwall to Hull. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester (MAN) then take the train to Hull. instead which will take 4h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Hull is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around £310 ($365).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Hull
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 2h 40m | £555($655) | hourly | 657km (408 miles) |
| Fly to Durham (MME), train | 4h 5m | £450($535) | once daily | 675km (420 miles) |
| Fly to Newcastle (NCL), train | 4h 25m | £310($365) | once daily | 671km (417 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 45m | £310($365) | hourly | 798km (496 miles) |
| Fly to Edinburgh (EDI), train | 5h 40m | £335($400) | hourly | 763km (474 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 16h 50m | £78($90) | 3 times a week | 907km (564 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 3 similar | 13h 20m | £110($130) | 3 times a week | 883km (549 miles) |
| Ferry to Aberdeen, train | 13h 40m | £100($120) | 3 times a week | 883km (549 miles) |
| Ferry to Aberdeen, train | 14h 40m | £210($245) | 3 times a week | 955km (593 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 13h 30m | £145($170) | once daily | 1,048km (651 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 13h 55m | £125($145) | 3 times a week | 851km (529 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Hull
Airlines
Loganair
Eastern Airways
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Train operators
LNER
First ScotRail Service
Caledonian Sleeper
Bus companies
Airports near Hull
The following major airports near Hull offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Humberside Airport (HUY)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Hull
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Hull
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 88km (55 miles) from Hull