Ferries from
England to Isle of Wight
Ferries from
England to Isle of Wight
Ferries from England to Isle of Wight are available with 3 operators. There are 6 ferry routes. Ferries from Southampton to East Cowes and Portsmouth to Fishbourne are popular ferry trips from England to Isle of Wight. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from England to Isle of Wight sail approximately 890 times per week and are operated by Red Funnel, Wightlink & Hovertravel.
England to Isle of Wight ferry sail durations can take between 10 minutes and 72 hours 28 minutes depending on the ferry operator, the route taken and weather conditions.
The fastest ferry from England to Isle of Wight takes around 10 minutes on the Southsea to Ryde ferry with Hovertravel.
Yes, you can travel by car on the ferry from England to Isle of Wight with Red Funnel & Wightlink.
The distance between England and Isle of Wight is 6 miles (9km) and 5 nautical miles.
England to Isle of Wight ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The Southampton to East Cowes ferry ferry sails approximately 124 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour.
Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry ferries sail about 158 times weekly with a sailing time of 45 minutes.
We recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our Special Offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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England comprises the central and southern parts of Great Britain which lies in the North Atlantic, separate from continental Europe. The country is the largest of the four so-called ‘home nations’ that make up the United Kingdom and also includes over 100 smaller islands including the Isle of Wight and the Isles of Scilly. England’s capital city, London, is a vast and diverse metropolitan centre and a global capital of finance, culture and fashion. Travel by ferry is popular and convenient mode of transport amongst the British public and as an island with a wealth of first class ferry ports, England is a great departure point by ferry for many destinations, both domestic and international. Many of the worlds’ leading ferry companies are household names and operate numerous crossings serving the population of Great Britain.
The Isle of Wight, also an English county, is the largest island in the country, sitting just offshore from Southampton and Portsmouth, in the English Channel. A British summer holiday icon; the Isle of Wight’s beaches, pleasant micro-climate and quirky vibes can be reached in just ten minutes by ferry. It’s affectionately known as ‘Dinosaur Island’, given it’s one of the richest areas in Europe for archaeological discoveries, making it a great educational excursion for families, while the picturesque sand dunes and idyllic countryside make the perfect romantic retreat. Hosting renowned music festivals every year, including Bestival and the Isle of Wight Festival, it has remained a hugely popular destination in the summer months, attracting hundreds of thousands of revellers. England to the Isle of Wight is one of the busiest ferry routes in Britain, with operators providing around thirty sailings every day across The Solent to a few towns on the island’s north coast.
