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Journey times: Red Jet 23-25 minutes Vehicle Ferry 55-60 minutes Freight Ferry 70 minutes

Freight-only sailings have restricted capacity and are available for freight vehicles only. These sailings are not available to book online.

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Ferry Travel

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Vehicle / Passenger Ferry Red Jet Passenger Only

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Single

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Outward

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No. travelling - 1 adult

Adults 20-59 yrs

Seniors 60+ yrs

Children 5-15 yrs

Infants 0-4 yrs

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Red Funnel, Isle of Wight Ferries

COVID-19 UPDATES

Travelling with us soon? Please ensure to check the latest government guidance prior to booking your ferry travel.

From 29 March new rules take effect whereby overnight stays may be permitted for additional reasons; however, holidays to the Isle of Wight remain on pause and are not permitted at this time.

Need to amend or cancel a booking? Please visit our amend / cancellation page to review your options and get in touch.More info & Covid-19 Travel FAQs

We are proud to offer our customers award-winning ferry travel to the Isle of Wight. If you’re looking to take a UK break somewhere beautiful, we’ll sail you from Southampton to the Isle of Wight in under an hour with a vehicle, or 25 minutes if you’re travelling as a foot passenger. You’ll enjoy a range of onboard facilities during a vehicle ferry crossing, including our premium Signature Lounge, pet-friendly lounge, licensed bar, café and retail shop plus outdoor sun decks.

Aside from getting to the Isle of Wight, we also offer a range of fantastic IOW holiday and accommodation deals, alongside discounted attraction and event tickets plus a host of special offers for the perfect trip to the Island. All that’s left to do now is explore what you could enjoy during a visit and book your ferry to the Isle of Wight.

If you require any further assistance or have any questions, please consult our FAQ page, or call our friendly customer services team on 02380 019192.

Start planning your next Island adventure with our Isle of Wight Guide

Why Book?

Red Funnel have operated the Southampton to Isle of Wight ferry and connected the Island for over 160 years
Easy online bookings - with plenty of Isle of Wight ferry times to choose from
Award-winning customer service
Refundable Flexi Fares, with free amendments, from £45.50 each way
Saver Fares from just £24.50 each way
Over 35 ferries from Southampton to the Isle of Wight every day
Foot passengers can enjoy a crossing time from just 25 mins
Vehicle ferry crossing times from 55 mins

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Southampton <> East Cowes

On-board Facilities

Wifi, cafes, restaurants and bars...

Port Locations & Facilities

Helpful info on directions, parking, checking-in and port facilities

Our Ferry Routes

Travel on our vehicle ferry or hi-speed ferries to East and West Cowes

The Original IOW Ferry - since 1861

Here at Red Funnel, we're proud to have been operating ferries to the Isle of Wight for over 160 years, when we were originally known as "The Southampton, Isle of Wight and South of England Royal Mail Steam Packet Company Limited". The original Isle of Wight ferry service, which operated ferries between Cowes and Southampton, was serviced by impressive looking paddle steamers. These boats also went further afield, carrying passengers to other locations such as Brighton, Cherbourg and Torquay.

A lot has changed since we started. Our paddle steamers have been replaced by up to date ferries with relaxing lounges, modern facilities, and great food and drink options, and we now sail ferries exclusively to the Isle of Wight. However our passion for delivering a great customer experience has stayed the same for 159 years!

Choosing Red Funnel as your ferry to the Isle of Wight

We aim to be the go-to Isle of Wight crossing service for anyone looking to enjoy a day away or a holiday to the Island, and our almost 160-year history is testament to our commitment to holidaymakers, both UK-based and from further afield. Whether you’re keen to don your wetsuit and head out onto the water, relax on the golden sandy beaches, hunt for dinosaur fossils or go climbing, coasteering, cycling or birdwatching, there are so many activities to enjoy and memories to be made on the Island. We only hope you love it as much as we do, so book your ferry ticket to the Isle of Wight today.