There are 24 daily departures with Wightlink, available all hours between 6am and 11pm.
Do Isle of Wight ferries run all night?
As our Portsmouth car ferry already runs through the night, there is now an overnight crossing every hour at weekends with Wightlink.”
| From Portsmouth Harbour | From Ryde Pier Head |
|---|---|
| 05:15 | 05:47 |
What time is the last ferry from Yarmouth?
The last ferry from Yarmouth to Lymington leaves at 22:00 with Wightlink.
How often do Red Funnel ferries run?
Car Ferry Service Status
Our regular car ferry service usually depart every 60-90 minutes from Southampton T1 and East Cowes during the day, with reduced sailings at night. For the latest travel and departure information, go to our service status page.
How long does the Isle of Wight ferry take?
40-45 minutes
Vehicle tickets
Your comfortable ferry crossing will take just 40-45 minutes.
How easy is it to get around the Isle of Wight without a car?
Can you get around the Isle of Wight without a car? The short answer is yes, you can get around the Isle of Wight without a car. However, I would say it’s a lot easier if you stay in the East Wight (Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin), or possibly in Newport.
Do Dover ferries run 24 hours?
Ferry crossings are on offer 24 hours a day, 364 days a year, with a departure on average every 30 minutes when taken across all operator schedules. There are three ferry operators running ships from Dover; P&O Ferr, DFDS and Irish Ferries.
What is the quickest ferry crossing to Isle of Wight?
Southsea (Portsmouth) to Ryde
This crossing is also the fastest service to the Isle of Wight, taking just 10 minutes, and is linked at Southsea to both Portsmouth Harbour train station and “The Hard” bus station by the regular Hoverbus service.
What time does the Norfolk ferry stop running?
Operating Hours:
Last ferry leaving Waterside at 9:45PM. Last ferry leaving Waterside at 9:45PM.
How long is ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight?
Portsmouth to Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight is a popular and convenient ferry route, getting you across the Solent in just 45 minutes.
How much does a ferry cost from Southampton to Isle of Wight?
Passenger Fares to the Isle of Wight
| Southampton to East Cowes (Passenger Vehicle Ferry Service) | Senior (60+) | Child (5-15) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Trip | £7.00 | £5.50 |
| Standard Day Return | £13.00 | £10.10 |
| Off-Peak Day Return* | £13.00 | £9.60 |
| Super Off-Peak Day Return** | £5.60 |
Is Channel Tunnel quicker than ferry?
The quickest way to cross the channel is using Eurotunnel, which takes around 35 minutes compared to the 90-minute crossing of the quickest cross-Channel ferry from Dover to Calais.
How often does the ferry run from Southampton to Isle of Wight?
On average, there are 19 crossings each day between Southampton and the Isle of Wight, which are operated by Red Funnel. Crossings from Southampton to East Cowes usually take around 1 hour.
Do you need ID for Isle of Wight ferry?
If you have a Wightlink Pass of any type or have a discounted ticket you need to make sure you have photo ID available if requested.
How long does it take to drive from one side of the Isle of Wight to the other?
How long does it take to drive around the Isle? From one end to the other would take around an hour without traffic. You could circle the entire perimeter in three hours. But then, that doesn’t include all the stops you want to make – so a day will actually feel pretty short.
Can I just turn up for a ferry to Isle of Wight?
As long as you have a rough idea when you will be coming you can generally get on the ferry before or after the one you have booked without too much hassle (or extra cost).
What is the most beautiful part of the Isle of Wight?
Steephill Cove – is often said to be the prettiest place to visit on the Isle of Wight. What is this? Steephill is a hamlet near Ventnor, and Steephill Cove lies roughly 400 yards to the south of the town. You can only get to the cove by foot, and one of the best ways to get there is to take the Coastal Footpath.
What should you not miss on the Isle of Wight?
Top 10 things to do on the Isle of Wight
- Dinosaur Isle, Sandown.
- Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth.
- Osborne House Queen Victoria’s country home, Cowes.
- The Needles, Alum Bay.
- Monkey Haven, Newport.
- Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ryde.
- Hovertravel, Ryde.
- Carisbrooke Castle, Newport.
How many days are enough for Isle of Wight?
There’s so much to do in three days on the Isle of Wight, and it’s all so close together. To drive, the island is only an hour across, and it’s only 30 minutes top to bottom. You can see and do a lot in a short amount of time. Good, because there’s lots to do!
What happens if I miss my ferry at Dover?
On our English Channel services, if you miss your ferry crossing for any reason, you can transfer free of charge (subject to availability) to the sailing directly after your original booked crossing time. If you have purchased a Flexi ticket this transfer window is extended to 72 hours.
How early should you arrive for ferry?
Checking in
You’ll need to arrive between an hour and 30 minutes before your scheduled sailing time.