How do you cross the Isle of Wight with a car?
How do you cross the Isle of Wight with a car? 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.
Is it worth going to Isle of Wight?
Plan & Travel The Isle of Wight is one of the jewels in England's crown. With fabulous coastal views, sand and surf beaches, Downs and woodland, there really is something for everyone on the Island. And it couldn't be easier to get here either. So, let us help you to plan your Isle of Wight holiday.
Do you need passport for Isle of Wight?
The short answer is no! We are part of the mainland UK therefore you do not need to show a passport to visit the Isle of Wight. What is the average cost of a ferry to the Isle of Wight? Prices vary depending on the route you are taking and when you are travelling.
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.
Can you walk around the Isle of Wight in a day?
The Isle of Wight coastal path is about 70 miles. You can obviously walk it in a couple of days if you're a lunatic, or you can take a month doing it if you really want to, but bear in mind that some parts of the route are very rural so don't have many accommodation options.
How long is the car ferry from Southampton to Isle of Wight?
Duration of the car ferry is one hour and takes you to East Cowes. The foot passenger ferry is roughly 25 minutes and takes you to West Cowes.
Is crime low on the Isle of Wight?
While crime rose from 64.5 per 1,000 population in 2020/2021 to 77.9 per 1,000 in the year up to the end of March 2022, the CSP notes the Isle of Wight continues to have the third lowest crime rate among its 'statistical neighbours'.
How often does the ferry run from Southampton to Isle of Wight?
The Red Funnel service runs up to 20 times per day, all year round. You can take a fast ferry from Southampton to the Isle of Wight with Red Funnel in 1 hour.
Do 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.
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.
What is shortest ferry crossing to Isle of Wight?
The shortest ferry trip is from Lymington to Yarmouth and operated by Wightlink. As a 30 minute journey, this is one of the most popular crossings with visitors and locals alike as you get fantastic views along the mainland and island coastlines.