🚌 Bus from St Ola to Kirkwall
2 direct routes · about 4 min · first bus 08:01, last bus 18:01 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~4 min | 11 | 08:01 | 18:01 | Road End (at) |
| 9E | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~36 min | 1 | 22:17 | 22:17 | Road End (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in St Ola 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 St Ola to Kirkwall?
2 routes run directly from St Ola to Kirkwall: the 9 (Stagecoach Bluebird), the 9E (Stagecoach Bluebird).
How long does the bus take from St Ola to Kirkwall?
Around 4 minutes on the 9, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from St Ola to Kirkwall?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 9) leaves around 08:01 and the last around 18:01. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from St Ola 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.