How to travel from Kirkwall to Plymouth, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Plymouth is around 1,015km (631 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 55m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Plymouth 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 Plymouth → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Plymouth.
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical cost£640($755)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Plymouth.
- Duration19hrs
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£330($390)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Plymouth.
- Duration17h 25m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£190($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Plymouth
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Plymouth by plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around £190 ($225) and will take around 17h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £640 ($755).
The distance between Kirkwall and Plymouth is around 1,015km (631 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 960km (597 miles)
It takes around 3h 55m to get from Kirkwall and Plymouth by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Plymouth is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx £640 ($755).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Plymouth is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around £190 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Plymouth. instead which will take 3h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Plymouth. instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kirkwall to Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Plymouth. instead which will take 3h 55m.
The closest major airport to Plymouth is Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) (NQY) which is approximately 61km (38 miles) from Plymouth. 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 Plymouth. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Plymouth. instead which will take 3h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Plymouth is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around £640 ($755).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Plymouth
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 3h 55m | £640($755) | hourly | 1,015km (631 miles) |
| Fly to Bristol (BRS), Train | 4h 50m | £625($740) | every 2 hours | 1,070km (665 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 19hrs | £330($390) | 3 times a week | 1,370km (851 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 17h 25m | £190($225) | 3 times a week | 1,235km (767 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Plymouth
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Train operators
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Airports near Plymouth
The following major airports near Plymouth offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
- Distance
- 61km (38 miles) from Plymouth
Exeter Airport (EXT)
- Distance
- 65km (41 miles) from Plymouth
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 127km (79 miles) from Plymouth