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Discover the Isle of Wight

The Wonderfully Different UK destination

Inspiring Isle of Wight Adventures Since 1861

For 165 years, Red Funnel has been connecting passengers between the Isle of Wight and Southampton. And while a lot has changed – our paddle steamers have been replaced with state-of-the-art vessels, our onboard facilities are a whole lot better than they were in 1861 – you’ll be greeted with the same warm welcome, standout customer service, and an adventurous spirit when you arrive on board.

From Southampton See Our Upcoming Sailings

From Isle of Wight See Our Upcoming Sailings

Date & Time Date Time Service Route Departing Arriving
27/09/2026 19:40 27/09/2026 19:40 RedJet
Southampton T2 West Cowes
Southampton T2 West Cowes
27/09/2026 20:15 27/09/2026 20:15
Southampton T1 East Cowes
Southampton T1 East Cowes
27/09/2026 21:05 27/09/2026 21:05 RedJet
Southampton T2 West Cowes
Southampton T2 West Cowes
27/09/2026 22:00 27/09/2026 22:00
Southampton T1 East Cowes
Southampton T1 East Cowes
27/09/2026 22:30 27/09/2026 22:30 RedJet
Southampton T2 West Cowes
Southampton T2 West Cowes

Journey times: Red Jet 28 minutes, Vehicle Ferry 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.

Aerial Image of the ferries

Why Book?

  • We're the original Isle of Wight Ferry! Red Funnel has over 165 years of experience sailing the Southampton to Isle of Wight
  • Award-winning customer service 
  • Refundable Flexi Fares with free amendments 
  • Saver Fares from just £32.25 each way 
  • More than 35 crossings each day and easy online bookings 
  • Foot passengers can enjoy a crossing time from just 30 minutes 
  • Vehicle ferry crossing times from just 60 minutes

Welcome to the Isle of Wight

Fit more in on the Isle of Wight, with over 25 beaches, 50 attractions, and 100s of miles of trails to explore. Recently crowned a UNESCO Biosphere, the Island offers stunning landscapes and coastline, and loads of things to see and do, all within less than an hour’s drive.

Customer Reviews

1 2 3 4 5
Both journeys from Southampton to East Cowes and back were comfortable and smooth. I found the staff to be helpful and efficient. My husband and I got to East Cowes for the…
Sun, Sep 27 2026
1 2 3 4 5
The staff were lovely at the entrance and on the parking area in Southampton. A pleasant smile and cheerful attitude is very welcome after a long journey to meet a boarding time.…
Sun, Sep 27 2026
1 2 3 4 5
Ww arrived to go home on the Isle of Wight an hour and a half early for our booked ferry. We were put on the earlier ferry with no problems. I cannot do the stairs on the ferry…
Sun, Sep 27 2026