Service StatusFares & Offers from the IoW
Red Jet Hi-Speed Service - Fares & Offers from the Isle of Wight
The Red Jet Hi-Speed service speeds between West Cowes and Southampton in just 23 minutes. Check out the superb savings when travelling off-peak and the special discounted rates for families, youths and small groups.
2010 West Cowes to Southampton (valid from 5 Jan)
| Fare Type | Adult (16-59) | Youth (16-19) | Child (5-15) | Senior (60+) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 12.40 | 8.30 | 6.20 | 8.30 |
| Day Returns: | ||||
| Day Return | 17.40 | 8.70 | 11.50 | |
| Off-Peak Day Return | 12.60 | 8.50 | 6.30 | 8.50 |
| Family Day Return † | 26.00 | |||
| Group Off-Peak Day Return (p/person)‡ | 9.40 | 4.70 | ||
| Red Jet/Vehicle Ferry (Foot) Day Return | 16.25 | 8.15 | 10.45 | |
| Period Returns (up to 90 days): | ||||
| Period Return | 21.70 | 10.85 | 14.50 | |
| Off-Peak Period Return | 15.60 | 11.70 | 7.80 | 10.40 |
| Group Period Return (p/person)‡ | 16.20 | 8.10 | ||
| Group Off-Peak Period Return (p/person)‡ | 11.70 | 5.85 | ||
| Red Jet/Vehicle Ferry (foot) Period Return | 18.15 | 9.05 | 11.85 | |
| Season/Saver Tickets | click here |
* Off-Peak fares: valid for outward departure from West Cowes Monday to Friday from 0915 hrs and at anytime on weekends, return journey from Southampton can be after 09:15 on weekdays and at anytime on weekends. Not available for travel from Southampton on 10 & 11 June, 30 July - 7 August and 9 & 10 September 2010. Not available for travel from West Cowes on 14 June and 13 September 2010.
† Family Day Return: Party must contain 3 or 4 people. At least one person must be an adult/senior and one person must be a child/infant. Party must travel together in both directions. Family Fares are valid from 0915 hrs from West Cowes Monday to Friday and anytime on weekends. Not available for travel from Southampton on 10 & 11 June and 9 & 10 September 2010. Not available for travel from West Cowes on 14 June and 15 September 2010.
Escorted Child Offer: Applies to adults who are dropping-off or collecting a child in Southampton. Purchase one adult day return or adult off-peak day return and receive one FREE single child ticket which can be used for the outward OR return leg of the journey. The adult must return on the next available sailing. If an adult is travelling with more than one child, additional child tickets are available at the normal single rate.
‡ Group fares: Applies to groups of at least 4 adults or 4 children travelling together in both directions. Group are valid from 0915 hrs from West Cowes Monday to Friday and anytime on weekends. Groups of 12 or more persons, not valid for travel on sailings from Southampton between 17.15 to 18.15 inclusive. Not available for travel from Southampton on 10 & 11 June, 30 July to 7 August and 9 & 10 September 2010. Not available for travel from West Cowes on 14 June, 30 July to 7 August and 13 September 2010.
± Youth fares: Must be Island residents aged 16-19 yrs. Can be purchased upon production of a valid Isle of Wight Council Student Rider Card, Passport, UK Driving Licence or ValidateUK card only. Not valid for outward departures from Southampton. Not available for travel from Southampton on 10 & 11 June, 30 July to 7 August and 9 & 10 September 2010. Not available for travel from West Cowes on 14 June, 30 July to 7 August and 13 September 2010.
- Infants (0-4 yrs) travel FREE and do not require a ticket, but must be in the care of a fare paying adult.
- Dogs are charged £3.30 Single and £6.60 Day/Period Return, no other discounts applicable. Guide and Assistance Dogs travel free of charge.
- Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a responsible fare paying adult
- All prices shown are in £GBP
Turn Up and Take Off
The Red Jet service is not pre-bookable, simply turn up on the day, purchase your preferred ticket and take off!
Pre-purchase ticketsDaily Commuters
Travel for as little as £5.27 return with an Island Club Season ticket
Island Club SeasonFrequent Travellers
Travel one-way for as little as £7.00 with an Island Club Saver ticket
Island Club SaverStudents
Full-time students can travel from just £3.57 return with a Student Season Ticket or from £4.50 per leg with a Student Saver ticket
Island Club Student
Off-Peak Fares
Off-Peak fares are now valid from West Cowes from 0915 Mon-Fri & anytime at weekends
Group Fares
Groups of 4 or more adults can now travel off-peak for just £9.40 per person
Youth Fares
Island Residents aged 16-19 can now buy an off-peak day return for just £8.50
Escorted Child Offer
Applies to Adults travelling to drop-off or collect a child. Purchase a Day Return or Off Peak Day Return and get a single child ticket free.
