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ISLE OF WIGHT FERRY TRAVEL

Day Returns with a car from £31 each way

SERVICE STATUS

Due to this weekend’s Daylight Saving Time changes, we are currently unable to display our website service status.

The latest sailing information is available to view via our app, but for info:

Vehicle Ferry:
Currently running to timetable
Red Jet:
Currently running to timetable 

Inspiring Isle of Wight Adventures Since 1861

For 163 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.

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Why Book?

  • We're the original Isle of Wight Ferry! Red Funnel has over 163 years of experience sailing the Southampton to Isle of Wight
  • Award-winning customer service 
  • Refundable Flexi Fares with free amendments 
  • Saver Fares from just £31 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

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Brilliant
Although one of our party wasn’t able to travel due to sickness. I was surprised to learn that Red Funnel don’t refund the premier lounge cost
Fri, Mar 28 2025
1 2 3 4 5
The service from booking to boarding the ferry was excellent, the staff are very friendly and help you all they can. There is a lift for the infirm to use to get to the top deck.…
Thu, Mar 27 2025
1 2 3 4 5
Very efficient, helpful staff onshore and on ferry. Everything clearly signposted. Ferry clean and organised, good food, comfortable crossing.
Thu, Mar 27 2025