🚌 Bus from Stenness to Kirkwall
2 direct routes · about 17 min · first bus 01:58, last bus 01:58 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N1 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~17 min | 1 | 01:58 | 01:58 | Garage (at) |
| X10 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~18 min | 1 | 23:46 | 23:46 | Brig O'Waithe (after) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Stenness 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 Stenness to Kirkwall?
2 routes run directly from Stenness to Kirkwall: the N1 (Stagecoach Bluebird), the X10 (Stagecoach Bluebird).
How long does the bus take from Stenness to Kirkwall?
Around 17 minutes on the N1, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Stenness to Kirkwall?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the N1) leaves around 01:58 and the last around 01:58. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Stenness 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.