Ferry to Isle of Wight
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Ferry to Isle of Wight
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3 ferry companies operate ferries to and from Isle of Wight. These ferry companies include Red Funnel, Wightlink & Hovertravel.
The Southampton to East Cowes ferry sails approximately 117 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour.
The Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry currently sails around 146 times per week.
There are 5 ports in Isle of Wight. East Cowes port is the most popular with 117 weekly sailings.
The ferry from Southampton to East Cowes sails approximately 117 times per week with a crossing time of about 1 hour. The Southampton East Cowes ferry is usually around £176 on average.
The ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne sails approximately 146 times per week with a crossing time of 45 minutes. The price of the Portsmouth Fishbourne ferry is usually around £176 on average.
Yes, there is a car ferry to Isle of Wight. Red Funnel & Wightlink offer car ferries to Isle of Wight.
The price of the ferry to Isle of Wight can vary. The cheapest ferry to Isle of Wight usually costs around £38.90. However, the cost of the ferry can vary depending on the ferry company, season and route.
Getting a ferry is the cheapest way to get to Isle of Wight. Depending on when you book, you can get a cheap ferry to Isle of Wight. We would recommend booking your Isle of Wight ferry tickets in advance and out of peak season for the best prices. View our special offers page for the latest ferry offers and discounts and to find the cheapest ferry to Isle of Wight.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Isle of Wight from England. Ferry routes from England to Isle of Wight include the Southampton to Isle of Wight ferry and the Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferry.
The duration of the ferry to the Isle of Wight varies depending on the route you take. For example, a ferry to the Isle of Wight from the UK on the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry route takes around 45 minutes whereas the Southampton to Cowes ferry takes approximately 1 hour.
The fastest ferry to Isle of Wight is from Southsea to Ryde. The journey usually takes about 10 minutes.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Isle of Wight online with Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare routes, prices and ferry companies for the best deals and to get the cheapest ferry to Isle of Wight.
Looking at taking a day trip to Isle of Wight? Just hop on a ferry to Isle of Wight from Portsmouth, Lymington or Southsea and you'll be there in less than an hour. This will give you plenty of time to explore the island and make it back for your return sailing.
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The Isle of Wight is a beautiful island just off the south coast of England. With stunning scenery, historical sites and charming villages, it's bursting with things to see and do.
The Isle of Wight festival is one of its biggest attractions, with thousands of music-lovers flocking to the shores in June. It's one of the most well-known music events in the UK, attracting some big names in the industry. If you're not into festivals though, there's plenty to keep you busy, whether that's sailing, surfing, cycling, hiking, eating or exploring!
The Needles, stacks of chalk that rise out of the sea, are one of the Isle of Wight's most famous attractions. You can enjoy incredible views of The Needles and the surrounding scenery from a fun chairlift ride. Other popular sights for your itinerary include the historic Carisbrooke Castle, former royal residence, Osborne House and Shanklin Chine, a beautiful gorge with waterfalls.
