🚌 Bus from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall
2 direct routes · about 29 min · first bus 06:50, last bus 19:50 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X1 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~29 min | 13 | 06:50 | 19:50 | Ferry terminal (at) |
| N1 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~29 min | 1 | 00:53 | 00:53 | Ferry terminal (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Ronaldsay on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall?
2 routes run directly from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall: the X1 (Stagecoach Bluebird), the N1 (Stagecoach Bluebird).
How long does the bus take from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall?
Around 29 minutes on the X1, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X1) leaves around 06:50 and the last around 19:50. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from South Ronaldsay to Kirkwall?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.