What is the cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae?

The cheapest way to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae is to ferry which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae?

The fastest way to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae is to ferry which takes 8h 44m and costs £26 - £45.

How far is it from Lerwick to Skara Brae?

The distance between Lerwick and Skara Brae is 142 miles.

How do I travel from Lerwick to Skara Brae without a car?

The best way to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae without a car is to ferry which takes 8h 44m and costs £26 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Skara Brae?

There are 176+ hotels available in Skara Brae.

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

There are 2 ways to get from Lerwick to Skara Brae 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 Kirkwall (KOI)LSI - KOI
3. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Visitor Centre
4h 44m
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry TerminalNl2
8h 44m
£26–41

Lerwick to Skara Brae by ferry, bus, and foot

8Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Lerwick, Scotland and Skara Brae, Scotland?

NorthLink Ferries operates a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal once daily. Tickets cost £18–31 and the journey takes 6h.

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