Rousay Public Bus

Public bus service on the island of Rousay, in Orkney.

This is an on-demand public bus service, operating every Thursday. Booking is essential - simply telephone 01856 821360 by 7pm the Wednesday before travel to book. Bookings are accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. The service operates as near to booking requests as possible, although connections to and from ferries are given priority.

This is an ideal opportunity for: going to the Shop, Post Office or Ferry Terminal; viewing the many historic sites on the island; or for just visiting friends, etc - all for the price of a standard bus fare! Concessionary card holders (Scotland only) are entitled to FREE or discounted travel as applicable, on presentation of a valid card.

Adult fares (single) range from 70p, up to £2. 10, depending on the distance travelled.

Return fares are 1. 5 times the relevant single fare.

Children aged 16 years old and under will be half of the relevant adult fare, with children under 5 years of age travelling for FREE.