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

The cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Aberdeen is to ferry which costs £23 - £45 and takes 12h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lerwick to Aberdeen is to ferry which takes 12h 30m and costs £23 - £45.

Is there a direct ferry between Lerwick and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal and arriving at Aberdeen Ferry Terminal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Lerwick to Aberdeen?

The distance between Lerwick and Aberdeen is 224 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lerwick to Aberdeen without a car is to ferry which takes 12h 30m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Lerwick to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 662+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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

There are 2 ways to get from Lerwick to Aberdeen by bus, plane, 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.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LSI - ABZ
3h 35m
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry TerminalNl2
12h 30m
£23–45

Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

23Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

£117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

NorthLink Ferries operates a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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