Shetland South, Shetland Islands: Transport
Transport
Shetland South is a remote rural neighbourhood where you'll need your own transport. Being on an island, ferries are how you'll connect to the wider world.
There's no train network and bus coverage is limited. Ferries are your main way off the island, with several terminals nearby. Sumburgh Airport is close by, which is genuinely useful if you need regular mainland connections.
Road access works well for a rural area, but you'll really need your own car. Cycling infrastructure is minimal, though car rental options are available nearby if you need them.
Public transport accessibility is low compared to the UK average — that's just the reality of island living.
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- Sumburgh Hotel GateBus Stop
- Sumburgh Airport.Bus Stop
- Grutness PierBus Stop
- ExnaboeBus Stop
- Robins BraeBus Stop
- Southpunds Rd EndBus Stop
- Levenwick ShopBus Stop
- Sandwick SchoolBus Stop
- Netherton Rd EndBus Stop
- Levenwick JunctionBus Stop
- Channerwick JunctionBus Stop
- SwinisterBus Stop
- Brentfield PlaceBus Stop
- Sandwick CentralBus Stop
- South Rd EndBus Stop
- Upper HillsideBus Stop
- Toogs Rd EndBus Stop
- Hillhead Rd EndBus Stop
- QuarffBus Stop
- Gord Rd EndBus Stop
- Cunningsburgh HallBus Stop
- St Clair RoadBus Stop
- MaywickBus Stop
- Maywick Rd EndBus Stop
- BigtonBus Stop
- Vanlop Rd EndBus Stop
- ScousburghBus Stop
- Blett Rd EndBus Stop
- Thistle CourtBus Stop
- Toab ShopBus Stop
- QuendaleBus Stop
- Scatness JunctionBus Stop
- Colonial PlaceBus Stop
