What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick is to ferry which costs £23 - £45 and takes 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 53m and costs £160 - £440.

Is there a direct ferry between Aberdeen and Lerwick?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal and arriving at Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Lerwick?

The distance between Aberdeen and Lerwick is 222 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Lerwick without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick without a car is to ferry which takes 13h and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lerwick?

There are 101+ hotels available in Lerwick.

Aberdeen to Lerwick - 2 ways to travel via plane, taxi, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Aberdeen to Lerwick by plane, taxi, or ferry

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Lerwick (LSI)plane ABZ - LSI
2. Take the taxi from Lerwick (LSI) to Lerwicktaxi
2h 53m
£160–432
Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
13h
£23–45

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Lerwick (LSI) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.7 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Lerwick, Scotland?

NorthLink Ferries operates a ferry from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 13h.

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