How to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall
The fastest way to travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall takes approximately 1062 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use bus, train and ferry.
Fastest Route
1062 min
810.3 km
6 transfers
219
Northern
Avanti West Coast
E9
E6
NL1
8S
Departs from:
Cavendish Street
Walking:
30 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Cavendish Street
2
Take
219
Bus
Direction: Manchester Piccadilly Gardens via Openshaw
From Cavendish Street
to Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station
(34 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Manchester Piccadilly
4
Take
Northern
Train
Direction: Barrow-in-Furness
From Manchester Piccadilly
to Preston (Lancs)
(4 stops, 42 min)
5
Take
Avanti West Coast
Train
Direction: Edinburgh
From Preston (Lancs)
to Haymarket
(3 stops, 140 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Haymarket Station
7
Take
E9
Bus
Direction: Inverness
From Haymarket Station
to Union Street
(14 stops, 220 min)
8
Take
E6
Bus
Direction: Thurso + Scrabster
From Union Street
to Ferry Terminal
(30 stops, 201 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
10
Take
NL1
Ferry
Direction: Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
From Scrabster Ferry Terminal
to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Travel Centre
12
Take
8S
Bus
Direction: Kirkwall Travel Centre
From Travel Centre
to Travel Centre
(58 stops, 64 min)
13
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Kirkwall
Public transport stations close to Ashton-under-Lyne
Ashton-under-Lyne is located in Kirkwall and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Ashton-under-Lyne:
- Ashton-under-Lyne
Tram stations close to Ashton-under-Lyne:
- Ashton-under-Lyne (Manchester Metrolink)
- Ashton West (Manchester Metrolink)
Bus stations close to Ashton-under-Lyne:
- Katherine Street
- Cavendish Street
- Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange
- Old Street
Public transport stations close to Kirkwall
Kirkwall is located in Kirkwall and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Kirkwall:
- Kirkwall Hotel
- Ferry Terminal
- Post Office
- Ayre Hotel
Ferry stations close to Kirkwall:
- Kirkwall Shapinsay Ferry Terminal
- Kirkwall Orkney Ferry Terminal
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall.
How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall in Kirkwall?
The quickest journey from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall takes approximately 1062 minutes via the 219 bus service.
Can I get directly from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1062 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Ashton-under-Lyne and Kirkwall?
The 219 line provides bus service between Cavendish Street and Travel Centre in Kirkwall.
What is the journey time from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall in Kirkwall takes approximately 1062 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Kirkwall?
Board the 219 bus at Cavendish Street station, located near Ashton-under-Lyne in Kirkwall.
Which station is closest to Kirkwall?
The nearest stop to Kirkwall is Travel Centre station. Exit here to reach your destination in Kirkwall.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.