Is there a direct ferry between Whalsay and Lerwick?

No, there is no direct ferry from Whalsay to Lerwick. However, there are services departing from Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal and arriving at Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal via Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Whalsay to Lerwick?

The distance between Whalsay and Lerwick is 41 miles.

How do I travel from Whalsay to Lerwick without a car?

The best way to get from Whalsay to Lerwick without a car is to ferry which takes 4h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Whalsay to Lerwick?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Whalsay to Lerwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lerwick?

There are 101+ hotels available in Lerwick.

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There is 1 way to get from Whalsay to Lerwick by ferry

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1. Take the ferry from Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal to Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminalferry Sf3
2. Take the ferry from Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminalferry Sf3
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Distance: 41.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Whalsay, Scotland and Lerwick, Scotland?

You can take a ferry from Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal to Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal via Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal in around 4h 40m.

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