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Lerwick to Aberdeen Ferry Timetable
Ferry from Lerwick to Aberdeen: Journey Information
There is one daily ferry from Lerwick to Aberdeen. Traveling by ferry from Lerwick to Aberdeen usually takes 13 hours and 30 minutes, but some ferries might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 210 mi (338 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 30m |
| Cheapest price | RON 255.95 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | NorthLink Ferries |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Lerwick to Aberdeen?
There is one ferry company that operates from Lerwick to Aberdeen. NorthLink Ferries is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthLink Ferries | 1 | 13h 30m | RON 255.95 |
Book NorthLink Ferries from Lerwick to Aberdeen from RON 256. There are 1 NorthLink Ferries schedules from Lerwick to Aberdeen and you can expect on average to pay for a NorthLink Ferries ticket to Aberdeen. In Lerwick, NorthLink Ferries departs to Aberdeen from Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Aberdeen, NorthLink Ferries arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on NorthLink Ferries from Lerwick to Aberdeen takes 13 hours and 30 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by ferry from Lerwick to Aberdeen
The ferry usually takes around 13 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 210 miles (338 kilometers) from Lerwick to Aberdeen. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the ferry. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Lerwick to Aberdeen is on Tuesday. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Tuesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Lerwick to Aberdeen. Therefore, the 17:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
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Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Lerwick?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Lerwick.
All ferry stations in Lerwick:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Aberdeen?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Lerwick arrive at one main station in Aberdeen.
Ferry stations in Aberdeen:
Ferry Terminal
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