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

The cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Derby is to ferry and bus which costs £55 - £120 and takes 23h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lerwick to Derby is to ferry and train via Edinburgh which takes 20h 23m and costs £70 - £310.

How far is it from Lerwick to Derby?

The distance between Lerwick and Derby is 594 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lerwick to Derby without a car is to ferry and train via Edinburgh which takes 20h 23m and costs £70 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Lerwick to Derby, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2090+ hotels available in Derby.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Lerwick to Derby 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 Birmingham Airport, train
best
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 Derby
6h 38m
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus StationUkn11
23h 11m
£56–111
Ferry, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Derby
20h 23m
£71–303
Bus, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annsbrae Gardens to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LSI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Derby
7h 32m
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 St Pancras Intl to Derby
8h 14m
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to DerbyAberdeen - Plymouth
21h 24m
£133–273
Ferry, bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to AberdeenNl2
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to George StreetE1
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station183 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station133 / ...
24h 39m

Lerwick to Derby by ferry, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

20h 23mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 590.2 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Lerwick, Scotland and Derby, England?

There is no direct connection from Lerwick to Derby. However, you can take the bus to Terminal, walk to Lerwick (LSI) airport, fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX), walk to Birmingham International Airport, take the vehicle to Birmingham Intl Rail Station, walk to Birmingham International, take the train to Birmingham New Street, then take the train to Derby. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal to Derby via Aberdeen, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 20h 23m.

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