How to travel from Stromness to Bristol, United Kingdom
The distance between Stromness and Bristol is around 892km (554 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Stromness to Bristol 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 Bristol → Stromness if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Bristol (BRS).
- Duration3h 20m
- Flight time2h 20m
- Typical cost£565($665)
Loganair
+ 3 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Scrabster Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Inverness Bus Station Stance 2, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station then Digbeth Hinckley St and then to Bristol Bus & Coach Station.
- Duration18h 30m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost£88($105)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Bristol Temple Meads.
- Duration16h 55m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£270($320)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Bristol.
- Duration15h 50m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£160($190)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Stromness and Bristol
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Stromness to Bristol by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £88 ($105) and will take around 18h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £565 ($665).
The distance between Stromness and Bristol is around 892km (554 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 836km (519 miles)
It takes around 3h 20m to get from Stromness and Bristol by plane.
The quickest way to get from Stromness to Bristol is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx £565 ($665).
The cheapest way to travel between Stromness and Bristol is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £88 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Stromness and Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Stromness and Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Stromness and Bristol. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Bristol (BRS) - via Aberdeen (ABZ). The flight takes around 2h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Stromness to Bristol. There is however a flight that goes via Aberdeen (ABZ). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Stromness to Bristol typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Bristol (BRS).
The closest major airport to Bristol is Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Bristol. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) 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 Stromness to Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 3h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Stromness to Bristol is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around £565 ($665).
Compare travel optionsbetween Stromness and Bristol
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 3h 20m | £565($665) | hourly | 892km (554 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 30m | £670($790) | hourly | 1,079km (671 miles) |
| Fly to Cardiff (CWL), Train | 4h 40m | £755($895) | hourly | 956km (594 miles) |
| Fly to Birmingham (BHX), Train | 4h 50m | £430($505) | hourly | 918km (571 miles) |
| Fly to Southampton (SOU), Train | 5h 15m | £805($950) | hourly | 1,101km (684 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 18h 30m | £88($105) | once daily | 1,166km (724 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 16h 55m | £270($320) | 3 times a week | 1,185km (736 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 16h 50m | £170($200) | 6 times a week | 1,180km (733 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 15h 50m | £160($190) | 3 times a week | 1,070km (665 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Stromness and Bristol
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Train operators
Caledonian Sleeper
Airports near Bristol
The following major airports near Bristol offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Bristol Airport (BRS)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Bristol
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 52km (32 miles) from Bristol
Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Bristol