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Ferries to Shetland Islands

Northlink Ferries provides ferries to Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands Ferry Times

There are about 2 daily sailings and up to 9 weekly sailings to Shetland Islands. Ferry schedules can vary by season. Use our deal finder for the most up to date sailing times and compare tickets.

Shetland Islands Ferry Ports

There is 1 ferry port in Shetland Islands and this is Lerwick.

Ferries from Aberdeen to Lerwick

The Aberdeen to Lerwick ferry sails approximately 7 times weekly, with a sailing duration of 12 hours 30 minutes.

Ferries from Kirkwall to Lerwick

The Kirkwall Lerwick ferry takes approximately 7 hours 45 minutes with 4 weekly sailings.

Can you take a car ferry to Shetland Islands?

There are car ferries to Shetland Islands, this my vary by route. Northlink Ferries offer car ferries to Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands Ferry Prices and Offers

The price of a ferry to Shetland Islands can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

Book ferry tickets to Shetland Islands

Book a ferry to Shetland Islands online with Direct Ferries, using our Deal Finder and compare tickets.

Which ferries travel to Shetland Islands?

Ferries to Shetland Islands:

Aberdeen
Kirkwall

What is the fastest ferry to Shetland Islands?

The fastest ferry crossing to Shetland Islands is via the Kirkwall to Lerwick ferry, in approximately 7h 45m.

What is the cheapest ferry to Shetland Islands?

The cheapest ferry to Shetland Islands is 152 € on average via the Kirkwall to Lerwick route. Ferry prices for Shetland Islands can vary depending on what season you decide to travel. Price exclusive of booking fees.

What are the ferry ports in Shetland Islands?

Shetland Islands Ferry Ports:

Lerwick

Can you take pets on the ferry to Shetland Islands?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring pets onboard the ferries with certain ferry companies. However, please ensure that you have read all the operator guidelines on pets before travelling. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with the following operators