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 39m.

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 17m and costs £150 - £440.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Scalloway to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 671+ 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 17m
£159–432
Ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
12h 39m
£39–64

Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

20Weekly Planes

1h 24mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.5 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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 twice daily. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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