How to get from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness by ferry and train?

From Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness by ferry and train

To get from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness in Inverness, take the NL2 ferry from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Lerwick station to Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, Aberdeen station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Inverness station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 15 hr 29 min. The ferry and train schedule from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Inverness on the Moovit app.

929min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - NL2NL2
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Inverness
Leaves from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Lerwick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Lerwick
    ID 9300LHM
    1.26 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Ferry - NL2NL2
    Wait for ferry
    NL2
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, Aberdeen
    ID 9300ABA
    750 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    390 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    138 min
  • 7
    Walk to Inverness
    Walk to
    Inverness
    Queensgate
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness

The distance between Viking Bus Station, Lerwick and Inverness is approximately 515.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 929 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness by ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Inverness – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Train schedule from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness

To check the ferry and train schedule from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Viking Bus Station, Lerwick) and destination (Inverness), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available ferry and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each ferry and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest ferry and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness?

    The fastest way takes 929 minutes, using Ferry line NL2, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Viking Bus Station, Lerwick and Inverness?

    No, you’ll have to take one ferry line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 15 hr 29 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness?

    The NL2 ferry line goes from Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Lerwick station near Viking Bus Station, Lerwick in Lerwick to Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Aberdeen station near Inverness.

  • How long does it take to travel from Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to Inverness by ferry and train?

    The total travel time between Viking Bus Station, Lerwick and Inverness by ferry and train is about 15 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Viking Bus Station, Lerwick to get to Inverness?

    Get on the NL2 ferry from the Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal, Lerwick station near Viking Bus Station, Lerwick in Lerwick.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Viking Bus Station, Lerwick and Inverness?

    Get off the ferry at the Aberdeen station, which is closest to Inverness.

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