What is the cheapest way to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter is to ferry and bus which costs £60 - £150 and takes 29h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter is to ferry and train which takes 25h 27m and costs £190 - £650.

How far is it from Shetland Islands to Exeter?

The distance between Shetland Islands and Exeter is 872 miles.

How do I travel from Shetland Islands to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter without a car is to ferry and train which takes 25h 27m and costs £190 - £650.

How long does it take to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter?

It takes approximately 25h 27m to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Exeter.

Shetland Islands to Exeter - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Shetland Islands to Exeter by ferry, train, bus, or plane

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry TerminalNl2
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Exeter St DavidsAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
25h 27m
£193–643
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry TerminalNl2
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
29h 45m
£64–146
Bus, fly to Exeter
1. Take the bus from Esplanade to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Exeter (EXT)LSI - EXT
20h 33m
Bus, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Esplanade to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LSI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
8h 32m
Bus, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Esplanade to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)LSI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
10h 10m
Bus, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Esplanade to Terminal
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LSI - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
9h 19m

Shetland Islands to Exeter by bus, ferry, foot, and train

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25h 27mAverage Duration

£193Cheapest Price

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Distance: 867.1 mi
Duration: 25h 27m

What companies run services between Shetland Islands, Scotland and Exeter, England?

There is no direct connection from Shetland Islands to Exeter. However, you can take the bus to Shetland Hotel, walk to Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, walk to Aberdeen, then take the train to Exeter St Davids. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Road End to Bampfylde Street via Shetland Hotel, Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, Union Square Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Bus Station in around 29h 45m.

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