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Ferries from Lerwick
We cover 2 ferry connections from Lerwick. Each route has its own page with a live timetable and current fares.
Overview
From Lerwick in Scotland there are 2 ferry connections: to Kirkwall, Aberdeen.
The shortest crossing takes around 5 hrs 30 min (to Kirkwall), the longest around 14 hrs 30 min (to Aberdeen).
Ferries are operated by Northlink Ferries.
Timetables and current prices are shown on each route page.
Connections from this port
| Destination | Country | Crossing time | Operators | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | Scotland | 5 hrs 30 min – 7 hrs 45 min | Northlink Ferries | Timetable & prices → |
| Aberdeen | Scotland | 12 hrs – 14 hrs 30 min | Northlink Ferries | Timetable & prices → |
Operators from Lerwick
This operator serves routes from Lerwick.
- Northlink Ferries to Aberdeen, Kirkwall
Key facts
- Country
- Scotland
- Sea region
- British Isles and Irish Sea
- Connections
- 2
- Operators
- 1
- Shortest crossing
- 5 hrs 30 min · Kirkwall
- Longest crossing
- 14 hrs 30 min · Aberdeen
Crossing times and operators come from our own timetable archive.
Frequently asked questions about Lerwick
Which ferry connections are there from Lerwick?
We cover 2 connections from Lerwick: Kirkwall, Aberdeen.
Which operators sail from Lerwick?
Ferries from Lerwick are operated by Northlink Ferries.
How long is the shortest crossing from Lerwick?
The fastest is to Kirkwall: about 5 hrs 30 min.
What is the longest crossing from Lerwick?
The longest crossing goes to Aberdeen and takes around 14 hrs 30 min.
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