Connects ferry port Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland with ferry port Aberdeen, North Scotland, Scotland.
There is no direct ferry between Lerwick and Aberdeen. However you can reach your destination with one transfer at: Kirkwall.
The shortest distance from Lerwick to Aberdeen is 184 nautical miles (340 km / 211 miles).
Check return route: Aberdeen to Lerwick ferry →
There is no direct ferry between Lerwick and Aberdeen, but you can make the journey with one stop in between:
Leg 1 — Lerwick to Kirkwall 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. Transfer at Kirkwall. Lerwick to Kirkwall ferry — full details →
Leg 2 — Kirkwall to Aberdeen 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. Kirkwall is a mid-route call — the vessel originates from Lerwick. Cabin accommodation available. Booking essential. Kirkwall to Aberdeen ferry — full details →