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From £35.95 per person, for up to 4-nights with a car

Inspiring Isle of Wight Adventures Since 1861

For 164 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.

Due to an ongoing onboard medical incident, our vehicle ferry service is currently experiencing significant delays. Please see below for the latest updates. 

Vehicle Ferry Service Status: Significantly delayed, further updates will be provided.

Red Jet Service Status: Running to Timetable

Thank you for your understanding, and we apologise for any inconvenience. 

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Why Book?

  • We're the original Isle of Wight Ferry! Red Funnel has over 164 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
Ferry departed on time and our sailing went smoothly. Everything perfect.
Thu, Jul 23 2026
1 2 3 4 5
Our ferry was all ship shape and Bristol fashion. Everything was well organised and we enjoyed a pleasant voyage. The sailing left and arrived on time.
Thu, Jul 23 2026
1 2 3 4 5
Well organised, quick and efficient staff..
Ferry was on time and offered snacks and drinks on board.

Crossing is quite expensive and disappointed that we had…
Thu, Jul 23 2026