Connects ferry port Aberdeen, North Scotland, Scotland with ferry port Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland.
There is no direct ferry between Aberdeen and Lerwick. However you can reach your destination with one transfer at: Kirkwall.
The shortest distance from Aberdeen to Lerwick is 184 nautical miles (340 km / 211 miles).
Check return route: Lerwick to Aberdeen ferry →
There is no direct ferry between Aberdeen and Lerwick, but you can make the journey with one stop in between:
Leg 1 — Aberdeen to Kirkwall Ferry — operated by NorthLink Ferries, sailing approx 6h–8h. Price band: High. Adult £27.50–£42.00 (single, season dependent)|Car (under 6m) £108.00–£149.00 (single, season dependent)|Motorcycle £23.95–£34.50|Bicycle free|Cabin accommodation available from £78.00. Booking required. Overnight crossing. Aberdeen to Kirkwall is a mid-route call — the vessel continues to Lerwick. Cabin accommodation available. Booking essential. Transfer at Kirkwall. Aberdeen to Kirkwall ferry — full details →
Leg 2 — Kirkwall to Lerwick Ferry — operated by NorthLink Ferries, sailing approx 6h. Price band: High. Adult £18.55–£26.50 (single, season dependent)|Car (under 6m) £69.00–£111.00 (single, season dependent)|Motorcycle £23.95–£31.50|Bicycle free|Cabin accommodation available from £78.00. Booking required. Overnight crossing. Kirkwall to Lerwick leg of the Aberdeen–Kirkwall–Lerwick route. Cabin accommodation available. Booking essential. Kirkwall to Lerwick ferry — full details →