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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Shetland Islands

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Nine ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Union
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from George Street to Adelphi
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

J+DS Halcrow

Phone:
+44 1950477384
Website:
traveline.info/
Bus from Viking Bus Station to Road
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
3 times a day

R. Robertson & Son Ltd

Phone:
01957766766
Website:
rrobertsonandson.com/
Bus from Viking Bus Station to Road
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

RG Jamieson + Son

Phone:
01957 744214
Website:
rgjamieson.com/
Bus from Viking Bus Station to Road
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Lerwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$886.04
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Lerwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$417.71–$822.76
Plane from Aberdeen International Airport to Lerwick
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$569.60

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
Website:
northlinkferries.co.uk/
Other from Aberdeen to Lerwick
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands is to bus and ferry which costs $65.22 - $119.57 and takes 19h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands is to train and ferry which takes 19h 27m and costs $76.09 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands?

The distance between Edinburgh and Shetland Islands is 539 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands without a car is to train and ferry which takes 19h 27m and costs $76.09 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Shetland Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shetland Islands?

There are 56+ hotels available in Shetland Islands. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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