What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick is to bus and ferry which costs £70 - £160 and takes 34h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick is to train and ferry which takes 25h 11m and costs £150 - £370.

How far is it from Folkestone Central to Lerwick?

The distance between Folkestone Central and Lerwick is 681 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone Central to Lerwick without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick without a car is to train and ferry which takes 25h 11m and costs £150 - £370.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick?

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lerwick?

There are 83+ hotels available in Lerwick.

Folkestone Central to Lerwick - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick by train, plane, bus, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London City Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Lerwick (LSI)LCY - LSI
3. Take the bus from Terminal to Harrison Square
8h 18m
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Station
3. Take the ferry from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry TerminalNl2
34h 5m
£71–160
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeen
3. Take the ferry from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry TerminalNl2
25h 11m
£153–363
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lerwick (LSI)LHR - LSI
3. Take the bus from Terminal to Harrison Square
7h 45m
Train, train to Norwich International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Norwich
3. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Lerwick (LSI)NWI - LSI
4. Take the bus from Terminal to Harrison Square
14h 6m
Train, bus, ferry
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Aberdeen Bus Station
3. Take the ferry from Aberdeen Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry TerminalNl2
31h 2m
£90–202

Folkestone Central to Lerwick by train, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

25h 11mAverage Duration

£153Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone Central to Lerwick.

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Distance: 677.1 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between Folkestone Central, England and Lerwick, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Folkestone Central to Lerwick. However, you can take the train to Stratford International, walk to Stratford International DLR Station, take the train to London City Airport DLR Station, walk to London City Airport (LCY) airport, fly to Lerwick (LSI), walk to Terminal, then take the bus to Harrison Square. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Aberdeen, and Aberdeen Ferry Terminal in around 25h 11m.

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