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South Ronaldsay Community Connect Bus

Door to door transport service - Live in South Ronaldsay and need a lift in the area? The Community Connect on demand bus is for you!

Who can use it?

Anyone - residents and visitors

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Free for National Entitlement Card & Young Scot cardholders (Under 22s, 60+ and disabled)
  • Small charge for non-cardholders

Perfect for:

  • Shopping or Post Office trips
  • Social and leisure activities
  • Meeting or visiting friends and family
  • Connecting with the X1 bus or ferry
  • Attending appointments

When does the bus run?

On demand, when you need it on:

  • Fridays from 7.40am until 6.30pm
  • Saturdays from 9.40am until 3.10pm

It will pick you up and drop you off when and where you want (pick up times will depend on location and number of bookings). Timings will be confirmed when you book.

How to Book

Call / Text / WhatsApp:

  • 01856 871515 (Dial-a-Bus Office)
  • 07438 268 883 (driver)

(mobile number is monitored by the driver during operating hours)

Or book using the ‘Moove Flexi’ App. Scan the QR code below to download.

IMAGE: A QR code is provided to download the ‘Moove Flexi’ App. The app branding reads “Moove FLEXI”.

Booking is recommended at least one day prior to travel. Please state time and pickup location.

Established by Orkney Islands Council as a trial service during 2025/26, South Ronaldsay Community Connect (Service 988) operates on a Friday and Saturday following local demand. Continuation of the trial will be subject to usage and budget.

Please spread the word by supporting and using your local bus!

IMAGE: An illustration of the South Ronaldsay Community Connect minibus shows the service vehicle, branded with the Community Connect logo.

Orkney Islands Council
Transportation Service 01856 873535
www.orkney.gov.uk/bus