NL2 Aberdeen to Lerwick via Hatston
Operated by Northlink Ferries. First bus 16:30, last bus 18:30. 2 journeys on weekdays. Fares: set by the operator — more.
| Stop | 16:30 |
|---|---|
| Aberdeen Ferry Terminal | 16:30 |
| Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal | 23:15 |
| Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal | 07:30 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off. A · means that journey does not stop there. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.
Christmas & bank holidays
These dates are not the usual timetable for the day they fall on. They come from the operator’s published data, which for Christmas and New Year is often late or incomplete, so check with Northlink Ferries before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.
Not published yet: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Monday, 30 November 2026 towards Lerwick: 1 journey, first 18:30 towards Aberdeen: 1 journey, first 18:30
- Monday, 28 December 2026 towards Lerwick: 1 journey, first 18:30 towards Aberdeen: 1 journey, first 18:30
- New Year's Day — Friday, 1 January 2027 towards Lerwick: 1 journey, first 18:30
- Monday, 4 January 2027 towards Lerwick: 1 journey, first 18:30 towards Aberdeen: 2 journeys, first 16:00
Route map
All stops on route NL2
NL2 towards Lerwick
All 3 stops
- Aberdeen Ferry Terminal Aberdeen
- Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal Hatston
- Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal Lerwick
NL2 towards Aberdeen
All 3 stops
- Lerwick Shetland Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal Lerwick
- Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal Hatston
- Aberdeen Ferry Terminal Aberdeen
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first NL2 ferry?
The first NL2 departure on weekdays leaves at 16:30 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last NL2 ferry?
The last NL2 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 18:30. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the NL2 ferry cost?
The England bus fare cap does not apply to this service — Northlink Ferries sets its own fares. Check their website for current prices and passes.
Who runs the NL2 ferry?
The NL2 is operated by Northlink Ferries.
Timetable data from Northlink Ferries via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (Scotland feed). Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.