How to travel from Kirkwall to Truro, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Truro is around 998km (620 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Truro 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 Truro → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical cost£850($1,005)
Loganair
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the bus to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station then Heathrow Airport London T23 and then to Truro.
- Duration24h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£73($86)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Truro.
- Duration20h 5m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost£335($395)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Truro.
- Duration18h 10m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£200($240)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Truro
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Truro by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £73 ($86) and will take around 24h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £850 ($1,005).
The distance between Kirkwall and Truro is around 998km (620 miles).
It takes around 5h 30m to get from Kirkwall and Truro by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Truro is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx £850 ($1,005).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Truro is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £73 ($86) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Truro. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Truro. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newquay (NQY). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kirkwall and Truro. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Newquay (NQY) - via Edinburgh (EDI). The flight takes around 2h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Kirkwall to Truro. There is however a flight that goes via Edinburgh (EDI). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kirkwall to Truro typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Newquay (NQY).
The closest major airport to Truro is Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) (NQY) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Truro. 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 Truro. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Exeter (EXT) then take the train to Truro. instead which will take 5h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Truro is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around £610 ($725).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Truro
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 45m | £850($1,005) | once daily | 998km (620 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 5h 30m | £610($725) | hourly | 1,100km (684 miles) |
| Fly to Bristol (BRS), train | 6hrs | £560($660) | every 2 hours | 1,155km (718 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 24h 20m | £73($86) | 3 times a week | 1,560km (969 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 20h 5m | £335($395) | once a week | 1,455km (904 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 10m | £200($240) | 3 times a week | 1,309km (813 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Truro
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Train operators
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Airports near Truro
The following major airports near Truro offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
- Distance
- 20km (12 miles) from Truro
Exeter Airport (EXT)
- Distance
- 127km (79 miles) from Truro
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 174km (108 miles) from Truro