What is the cheapest way to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen is to ferry which costs £65 - £100 and takes 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 41m and costs £250 - £550.

How far is it from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen?

The distance between Shetland Islands and Aberdeen is 239 miles.

How do I travel from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen without a car is to ferry which takes 13h and costs £65 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 654+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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

Q: Is there a direct ferry between Shetland Islands and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct ferry from Shetland Islands 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 13h.

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

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Shetland Islands to Lerwick (LSI)taxi
2. Fly from Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LSI - ABZ
2h 41m
£253–532
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal to Aberdeen Ferry Terminalferry Nl2
13h
£67–98

Lerwick (LSI) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 28mAverage Duration

£161Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Shetland Islands, 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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