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

The cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Cardiff is to ferry and bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £55 - £140 and takes 28h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lerwick to Cardiff is to ferry and train via Crewe which takes 22h 20m and costs £110 - £320.

How far is it from Lerwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Lerwick and Cardiff is 666 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lerwick to Cardiff without a car is to ferry and train via Crewe which takes 22h 20m and costs £110 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Lerwick to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1514+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Lerwick to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Lerwick to Cardiff by bus, plane, train, 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 to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LSI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 14m
Ferry, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to John Dobson Street
3. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GD
28h 46m
£59–138
Ferry, train via Crewe
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
22h 20m
£116–318
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
26h 35m
£71–113
Bus, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)LSI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
8h 45m
Bus, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LSI - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
7h 51m
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
24h 39m
£332–669

Lerwick to Cardiff by ferry, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

22h 20mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 662.6 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Lerwick, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Lerwick to Cardiff. However, you can take the bus to Terminal, walk to Lerwick (LSI) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to Cardiff Central via Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 22h 20m.

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