Aberdeen – Lerwick
Ferries to Shetland Islands
Aberdeen – Lerwick
Ferries to Shetland Islands
There are approximately 6 weekly sailings from Aberdeen to Lerwick. This ferry crossing is available with
The Aberdeen Lerwick ferry typically departs from Aberdeen at around 17:00.
The average duration of a Aberdeen Lerwick ferry is around 13h 21m. The fastest sailings are approximately 12h 30m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
Aberdeen Lerwick ferry prices typically range between $103.15* and $758.3*. The average price is typically $596.22*. The cheapest Aberdeen Lerwick ferry prices start from $54.08*. The average price for a foot passenger is $200.34*. The average price for a car is $606.31*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Aberdeen and Lerwick is approximately 218.2 miles (351.1km) or 189.6 nautical miles.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Aberdeen and Lerwick with Northlink Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Aberdeen Lerwick ferries with Northlink Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Aberdeen - Lerwick Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Northlink Ferries | |
| Average Price | A$606* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 13h 21m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 12h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 19:00 | |
| Distance | 189 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Found in the centre of Scotland's third largest city, Aberdeen Ferry Terminal is a world class facility and welcomes a wide diversity of traffic. Aberdeen ferry port serves as the main hub for connections between the mainland and the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Being located in a city of Aberdeen's statue and positioning, Aberdeen ferry port is very well connected to the rest of the UK.
Regarded by some as ‘Britain’s Top Port’ Lerwick is one of the most northerly ports belonging to the UK, laying around 160 km off the north coast of mainland Scotland. The only ferry routes operating from Lerwick are to other coastal cities in Scotland, with daily sailings to Aberdeen and three sailings per week to Kirkwall. Due to the relatively small area and its geographical location, Lerwick harbour is the main industry for the region. There is a maritime feel to the entire town; fishing and the ferry industry bring in much of the revenue, and the port holds many boating events per year which attract tourists who have an active interest in maritime. Away from the port, the mountains and hills surrounding Lerwick are prime for embarking on an afternoon stroll; the views are stunning and the sea breeze makes for a refreshing change of pace. There are a couple of museums that are worth a visit, and of course the restaurants serve excellent seafood at reasonable prices. The town is so small that most places are within walking distance; the town centre itself is particularly compact. There are also taxis available for quicker and more convenient transport.
