How far is it from Foula to Lerwick?

The distance between Foula and Lerwick is 44 miles.

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

The best way to get from Foula to Lerwick without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Foula to Lerwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lerwick?

There are 90+ hotels available in Lerwick.

Foula to Lerwick - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Foula to Lerwick by ferry or bus

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

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Foula Shetland Ferry Terminal to Walls Shetland Ferry Terminalferry Sf8
2. Take the bus from Pier to Harrison Squarebus 9
3h 54m
Ferry, bus via Bakery
1. Take the ferry from Foula Shetland Ferry Terminal to Walls Shetland Ferry Terminalferry Sf8
2. Take the bus from Bakery to Annsbrae Gardensbus 9
3h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Foula to Lerwick.

Launch map view

Distance: 43.3 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Foula to Lerwick. However, you can take the ferry to Walls Shetland Ferry Terminal, walk to Pier, then take the bus to Harrison Square. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Foula Shetland Ferry Terminal to Annsbrae Gardens via Walls Shetland Ferry Terminal and Bakery in around 3h 58m.

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