How much is the bus ticket from Orkney to Whittlesea?

The cheapest bus tickets from Orkney to Whittlesea start at R 621. The average price for this route is around R 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Orkney to Whittlesea?

The average bus journey time from Orkney to Whittlesea is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 576 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Orkney to Whittlesea route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Orkney to Whittlesea?

The earliest bus departs from Orkney to Whittlesea at 21:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orkney to Whittlesea?

A bus trip from Orkney to Whittlesea produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Orkney to Whittlesea from R 466 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Next departures from Orkney to Whittlesea on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave	9h 40m	07:35	Police Station, 161 Shepstone Street.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:03 AM SAST.

Get from Orkney to Whittlesea

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 621, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 40mAverage duration

576 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 472 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45472 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 621

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orkney to Whittlesea by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Orkney to Whittlesea?
The cheapest bus tickets from Orkney to Whittlesea start at R 621. The average price for this route is around R 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Orkney to Whittlesea?
The average bus journey time from Orkney to Whittlesea is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 576 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Orkney to Whittlesea route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Orkney to Whittlesea?
The earliest bus departs from Orkney to Whittlesea at 21:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orkney to Whittlesea?
A bus trip from Orkney to Whittlesea produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/01

No data

09/01

R 543

Today

R 541

11/01

R 598

12/01

R 579

13/01

No data

14/01

R 513

15/01

R 466

The cheapest trip from Orkney to Whittlesea was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 466

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Orkney to Whittlesea as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 466 to R 745 for a bus ticket from Orkney to Whittlesea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 466, which is on 2026-01-15.