SF3 Laxo to Lerwick via Vidlin, Out Skerries
Operated by Shetland Ferries. First bus 08:00, last bus 19:00. 8 journeys on weekdays. Fares: set by the operator — more.
| Stop | 09:20 to Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal | 10:00 to Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal | 18:00 to Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal | 18:00 to Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laxo Shetland Ferry Terminal | · | · | · | · |
| Vidlin Shetland Ferry Terminal | · | · | · | · |
| Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal | 09:20 | 10:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
| Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal | 08:10 | · | · | 19:10 |
| Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal | · | 12:30 | 15:45 | · |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off and where it finishes — not every journey on this route runs the whole way. 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 own published calendar. Everything above is an ordinary week.
- Christmas Eve — Thursday, 24 December 2026 towards Lerwick: 2 journeys, first 08:00
- Christmas Day — Friday, 25 December 2026 No buses in the timetable the operator has published so far. Festive timetables are often published only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Boxing Day — Saturday, 26 December 2026 No buses in the timetable the operator has published so far. Festive timetables are often published only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- New Year's Eve — Thursday, 31 December 2026 No buses in the timetable the operator has published so far. Festive timetables are often published only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- New Year's Day — Friday, 1 January 2027 No buses in the timetable the operator has published so far. Festive timetables are often published only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Saturday, 2 January 2027 No buses in the timetable the operator has published so far. Festive timetables are often published only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
Route map
All stops on route SF3
SF3 towards Lerwick
All 5 stops
- Laxo Shetland Ferry Terminal Laxo
- Vidlin Shetland Ferry Terminal Vidlin
- Out Skerries Shetland Ferry Terminal Out Skerries
- Whalsay Shetland Ferry Terminal Symbister
- Lerwick Shetland Esplanade Ferry Terminal Lerwick
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first SF3 ferry?
The first SF3 departure on weekdays leaves at 08:00 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last SF3 ferry?
The last SF3 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 19:00. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the SF3 ferry cost?
The England bus fare cap does not apply to this service — Shetland Ferries sets its own fares. Check their website for current prices and passes.
Who runs the SF3 ferry?
The SF3 is operated by Shetland Ferries.
Timetable data from Shetland Ferries via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (Scotland feed). Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.