What is the cheapest way to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen is to ferry which costs £35 - £65 and takes 12h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 23m and costs £210 - £500.

Is there a direct ferry between Scalloway and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct ferry from Scalloway to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal and arriving at Aberdeen Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Scalloway to Aberdeen?

The distance between Scalloway and Aberdeen is 222 miles.

How do I travel from Scalloway to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen without a car is to ferry which takes 12h 40m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 658+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Scalloway to Aberdeen - 2 ways to travel via taxi, plane, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen by taxi, plane, or ferry

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Scalloway to Lerwick (LSI)taxi
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LSI - ABZ
2h 23m
£219–492
Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
12h 40m
£39–64

Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

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1h 1mAverage Duration

£162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Scalloway, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

NorthLink Ferries operates a ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal once daily. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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