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How to book a Ferry to Lerwick

How to book a Ferry to Lerwick

Compare all ferries to Lerwick in Shetland Islands to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

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Lerwick Ferry Services

Lerwick Ferry

Lerwick port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Lerwick?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Lerwick from 2 different ports. These include Aberdeen & Kirkwall.

Lerwick schedules

Ferries to Lerwick sail up to 2 times a day and up to 11 times a week.

Lerwick operators

Ferries to Lerwick are operated by 1 operators including Northlink Ferries.

How long is the ferry to Lerwick?

The duration of the ferry to Lerwick depends on the route you choose. The Kirkwall to Lerwick is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 7 hours 45 minutes, whilst Aberdeen to Lerwick is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 14 hours 30 minutes.

Bear in mind that Lerwick ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Lerwick ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Lerwick

There are currently 2 different ferry routes to Lerwick.

Aberdeen to Lerwick

Kirkwall to Lerwick

Popular ferry routes to Lerwick

Aberdeen to Lerwick is the most popular route, with 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 14 hours 30 minutes and costs 41 on average. 

The second most popular route is Kirkwall to Lerwick which takes around 7 hours 45 minutes and costs 81 on average. There are 1 daily and 4 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Lerwick go to?

Lerwick ferries currently sail to 2 ports including Aberdeen & Kirkwall.


Lerwick ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Lerwick?

Lerwick ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Lerwick ferry cost. 

Aberdeen to Lerwick is the cheapest ferry, costing £41 on average. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 14 hours 30 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Lerwick with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Lerwick?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Lerwick with 1 operators. Car operators include Northlink Ferries. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Lerwick?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Lerwick with 1 operators including Northlink Ferries.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Lerwick?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Lerwick with 1 operators. These include Northlink Ferries

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Lerwick?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Lerwick with 1 operators including Northlink Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Lerwick

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Lerwick online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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