Edinburgh
Distance from Edinburgh to Lerwick
The distance from Edinburgh to Lerwick is 434.5 miles (699.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 15 hours and 22 minutes.
For the journey from Edinburgh to Lerwick, approximately 43.45 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Edinburgh to Lerwick
The route via Pitlochry, Inbhir Nis, Wick, Kirkwall.
🚩
70.6 mi · 1 h, 36 m
📍
Pitlochry
86.8 mi · 1 h, 49 m
📍
Inbhir Nis
102.9 mi · 2 h, 17 m
📍
Wick
53.5 mi · 1 h, 54 m
📍
Kirkwall
121.3 mi · 7 h, 55 m
🏁
Lerwick
Airports near Edinburgh and Lerwick
Several airports are located near Edinburgh and Lerwick. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Airport 8.9 mi 27 m
- Glasgow Airport 56.9 mi 1 h, 18 m
- Dundee Airport 59.9 mi 1 h, 21 m
Airports near Lerwick
- Sumburgh Airport 25.7 mi 42 m
- Kirkwall Airport 127.5 mi 8 h, 10 m
Alternative travel by plane from Edinburgh to Lerwick
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Edinburgh to Lerwick, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Edinburgh → Lerwick
Edinburgh
- Starting point: Edinburgh
- Arrival at the airport: Edinburgh Airport
- Distance: 8.9 mi
- Travel time: 27 m
Edinburgh Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Edinburgh Airport
- Goal: Sumburgh Airport
- As the crow flies: 281.7 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 25 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Lerwick: 25.7 mi
- Travel time: 42 m
Lerwick
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Edinburgh – Lerwick
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 434.5 mi | 15 h, 22 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 316 mi | 3 h, 50 m |
When is a flight from Edinburgh to Lerwick worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.