How to travel from Kirkwall to Peak District National park, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Peak District National park is around 688km (427 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Peak District National park 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 Peak District National park → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester (MAN).
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time2h 20m
- Typical cost£325($385)
Loganair
+ 3 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the bus to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and then to Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St.
- Duration17h 25m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£63($75)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Haymarket and then to Manchester Piccadilly.
- Duration14h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£95($110)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Peak District National Park.
- Duration13h 40m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£125($145)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Peak District National park
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Peak District National park by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £63 ($75) and will take around 17h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £325 ($385).
The distance between Kirkwall and Peak District National park is around 688km (427 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 635km (394 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Kirkwall and Peak District National park by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Peak District National park is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx £325 ($385).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Peak District National park is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £63 ($75) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Peak District National park. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester (MAN). instead which will take 4hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Peak District National park. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester (MAN). instead which will take 4hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kirkwall and Peak District National park. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Manchester (MAN) - via Aberdeen (ABZ). The flight takes around 2h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Kirkwall to Peak District National park. There is however a flight that goes via Aberdeen (ABZ). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Kirkwall to Peak District National park typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Manchester (MAN).
The closest major airport to Peak District National park is Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) which is approximately 37km (23 miles) from Peak District National park. Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) 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 Peak District National park. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Manchester (MAN). instead which will take 4hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Peak District National park is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around £325 ($385).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Peak District National park
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4hrs | £325($385) | hourly | 688km (427 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 5h 15m | £425($505) | hourly | 908km (564 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 17h 25m | £63($75) | 3 times a week | 896km (557 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 3 similar | 14h 20m | £95($110) | 3 times a week | 866km (538 miles) |
| Ferry to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, train | 14h 60m | £185($220) | twice a week | 1,050km (652 miles) |
| Ferry to Aberdeen, Train | 15h 20m | £210($250) | 3 times a week | 936km (582 miles) |
| Ferry to Aberdeen, train | 16hrs | £90($110) | once a week | 870km (541 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 13h 40m | £125($145) | 3 times a week | 845km (525 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Peak District National park
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Pentland Ferries
Train operators
First ScotRail Service
LNER
Caledonian Sleeper
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Airports near Peak District National park
The following major airports near Peak District National park offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Distance
- 37km (23 miles) from Peak District National park
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
- Distance
- 51km (32 miles) from Peak District National park
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
- Distance
- 61km (38 miles) from Peak District National park