Can you stay in your car on the Isle of Wight ferry?
Can you stay in your car on the Isle of Wight ferry? No, customers are not allowed to remain on the car decks during the crossing.
How early should you arrive for a ferry to the Isle of Wight?
If you're driving, you need to arrive at the port between 30 and 60 minutes before your scheduled sailing, even if we are experiencing delays. 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 is the car ferry to Isle of Wight?
If you're travelling in your car, choose from one of our two vehicle routes ? Portsmouth to Fishbourne or Lymington to Yarmouth. Your comfortable ferry crossing will take just 40-45 minutes.
Do I need to book a ferry to the Isle of Wight in advance?
We always recommend you book in advance to ensure space on your chosen sailing.
Do your bags get searched on a ferry?
What types of security procedures should a traveler expect? By entering the Ferry property, people agree to searches of their baggage,vehicle, person or property and to provide a photo ID upon request.
How many cars fit on the Isle of Wight ferry?
These vessels are some of the largest ferries to serve the Isle of Wight, each capable of carrying over 200 cars and up to 892 passengers, and each completing an impressive 4,000 sailings each year – that's 45,000 miles per vessel!
Can I take my car to the Isle of Wight?
Vehicle ferry routes We have two car ferry routes linking Hampshire with the Isle of Wight. Our Lymington – Yarmouth route is the fastest and most scenic, linking the new Forest with West Wight. Journeys on this connection take just 40 minutes.
Do you stay in the car on a ferry?
If you are wondering if can you stay in your vehicle on a ferry the answer in most cases is no. Once the vessel starts with crossing, you will not be allowed onto the car parking deck as most of the large car ferries for safety reasons, do not allow passengers to stay in their cars.
Which is the best ferry crossing for Isle of Wight?
Portsmouth – Fishbourne Portsmouth to Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight is a popular and convenient ferry route, getting you across the Solent in just 45 minutes.
Is car insurance cheaper on the Isle of Wight?
The Isle of Wight has been named as the second cheapest area in country for car insurance. Research carried out from CompareTheMarket found the Island comes second to the Isles of Scilly, whilst Newham in London is the most expensive.
What is the easiest way to get to the Isle of Wight?
Crossing the Water There are lots of easy ways to get yourself onto the Island. If you're in your car then you have a choice of car ferries at Southampton, Portsmouth and Lymington which run frequently. You can also use these ferries as foot passengers or if you are bringing your bike with you.
What happens if I miss my Isle of Wight ferry?
If you arrive up to 2 hours after your scheduled sailing we will do our best to get you on the next available sailing, but you may have to wait some time. If you arrive over 2 hours after your scheduled sailing you can make a revision to your booking, subject to availability and costs, up to 23.59 the same day.
Should I lock my car on a ferry?
Park Your Car on the Ferry You don't want to run the risk that a large wave will make your car roll into other vehicles. Lock all of your doors before leaving the vehicle. Do not, however, turn on your car's alarm system.
Do you turn your car off on a ferry?
Vehicles must be turned off as soon as you are parked on the ferry vessel or when directed to do so by the ferry crew.
Do your bags get checked on a ferry?
Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.
What happens if I miss my ferry time?
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.
Do you have to go through security on a ferry?
Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.
Which is cheaper ferry or Eurotunnel?
Generally speaking the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.
What is the longest free ferry?
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world. It's a 35-minute journey covering 8km, and operates year round.
Can you stay in your car on the ferry to Calais?
No, you can't stay in your car during the ferry crossing between Dover and Calais. Once the vessel disembarks, you are not allowed to stay in the car parking deck for safety reasons. However, you can return to your car a few minutes before reaching the port of Calais, following the instructions of the crew.