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Aberdeen to Lerwick Ferry Schedule
Ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick: Journey Information
There is usually just one ferry option from Aberdeen to Lerwick per day. The average ferry journey from Aberdeen to Lerwick takes 12 hours and 30 minutes, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 210 mi (338 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 30m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 590.87 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | NorthLink Ferries |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Aberdeen to Lerwick?
There is one ferry company that operates from Aberdeen to Lerwick. 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 | 12h 30m | NOK 590.87 |
Book NorthLink Ferries from Aberdeen to Lerwick from NOK 591. Typically there is one NorthLink Ferries schedule per day from Aberdeen to Lerwick and you can expect on average to pay for a NorthLink Ferries ticket to Lerwick. In Aberdeen, NorthLink Ferries departs to Lerwick from Ferry Terminal . In Lerwick, NorthLink Ferries arrives at Ferry Terminal .
An average trip on NorthLink Ferries from Aberdeen to Lerwick takes 12 hours and 30 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick
The ferry usually takes around 12 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 210 miles (338 kilometers) from Aberdeen to Lerwick. 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 Aberdeen to Lerwick is on Saturday. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Saturday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Aberdeen to Lerwick. Therefore, the 7:00pm ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Aberdeen?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Aberdeen.
All ferry stations in Aberdeen:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Lerwick?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Aberdeen arrive at one main station in Lerwick.
All ferry stations in Lerwick:
Ferry Terminal
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