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How to book a Ferry to Southampton

How to book a Ferry to Southampton

Compare all ferries to Southampton in England to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Southampton to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

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Southampton Ferry Services

Southampton Ferry

Southampton port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Southampton?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Southampton from 2 different ports. These include East Cowes & West Cowes.

Southampton schedules

Ferries to Southampton sail up to 43 times a day and up to 292 times a week.

Southampton operators

Ferries to Southampton are operated by 1 operators including Red Funnel.

How long is the ferry to Southampton?

The duration of the ferry to Southampton depends on the route you choose. The West Cowes to Southampton is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 28 minutes, whilst East Cowes to Southampton is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 1 hour.

Bear in mind that Southampton ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Southampton ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Southampton

There are currently 2 different ferry routes to Southampton.

East Cowes to Southampton

West Cowes to Southampton

Popular ferry routes to Southampton

East Cowes to Southampton is the most popular route, with 19 daily and 129 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 1 hour and costs £94.84 on average. 

The second most popular route is West Cowes to Southampton which takes around 28 minutes and costs £49.56 on average. There are 24 daily and 163 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Southampton go to?

Southampton ferries currently sail to 2 ports including East Cowes & West Cowes.


Southampton ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Southampton?

Southampton ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Southampton ferry cost. 

West Cowes to Southampton is the cheapest ferry, costing £49.56 on average. There are 24 daily and 163 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 28 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is East Cowes to Southampton. The price is usually around £94.84. There are 19 daily and 129 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 1 hour.


Getting the ferry to Southampton with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Southampton?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Southampton with 1 operators. Car operators include Red Funnel. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Southampton?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Southampton with 1 operators including Red Funnel.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Southampton?

You cannot take your bike on ferries to Southampton.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Southampton?

Unfortunately, you cannot take your pet on ferries to Southampton.


How to book ferry tickets to Southampton

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Southampton online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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