How to travel from Kirkwall to Padstow, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Padstow is around 1,034km (643 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Padstow by plane, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Padstow → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY).
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical cost£930($1,100)
Loganair
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Bodmin Parkway.
- Duration20h 45m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost£335($400)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Padstow.
- Duration18hrs
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£200($240)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Padstow
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Padstow by plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around £200 ($240) and will take around 18hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £930 ($1,100).
The distance between Kirkwall and Padstow is around 1,034km (643 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 947km (588 miles)
It takes around 6hrs to get from Kirkwall and Padstow by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Padstow is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx £930 ($1,100).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Padstow is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around £200 ($240) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Padstow. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Padstow. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kirkwall and Padstow. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Newquay (NQY) - via Aberdeen (ABZ). The flight takes around 3h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Kirkwall to Padstow. There is however a flight that goes via Aberdeen (ABZ) and Manchester (MAN). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kirkwall to Padstow typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Newquay (NQY).
The closest major airport to Padstow is Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) (NQY) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Padstow. Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) and Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) 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 Padstow. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Bodmin Parkway. instead which will take 6hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Padstow is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around £650 ($770).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Padstow
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4h 30m | £930($1,100) | every 3 hours | 1,034km (643 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 6hrs | £650($770) | hourly | 1,093km (679 miles) |
| Fly to Bristol (BRS), train | 6h 35m | £640($755) | every 2 hours | 1,148km (713 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 20h 45m | £335($400) | once a week | 1,448km (900 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18hrs | £200($240) | 3 times a week | 1,294km (804 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Padstow
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Eastern Airways
Train operators
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Airports near Padstow
The following major airports near Padstow offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
- Distance
- 12km (8 miles) from Padstow
Exeter Airport (EXT)
- Distance
- 110km (68 miles) from Padstow
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 147km (91 miles) from Padstow