How early should you arrive for a ferry to the Isle of Wight?
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.
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 a passport to go on a ferry to Isle of Wight?
The Isle of Wight is just a few miles from the UK mainland and unless you're travelling on a yacht or private plane, your trip to the Island will start with a ferry crossing. It's quick and easy, you can come by car or on foot and you don't need a passport!
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.
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.
Can you drink tap water on ferries?
The water is fine. Most places don't have bottled water.
How early should I arrive for my ferry?
Are ferries usually on time? Yes! Please note that the schedules indicate departure times. We recommend that you arrive at the terminal at least five minutes prior to the scheduled departure in order to board.
Where do you put your luggage on a ferry?
Some ferries have a luggage rack near the boarding area but in other cases you'll haul your bag up some stairs and can leave it in the seating area. If the ferry doesn't dock en-route, there's little chance of your luggage walking away.
Can you bring anything on a ferry?
How many bags can I bring on the ferry? Walk-on passengers are allowed up to 100 pounds of hand-carried baggage. Passengers are responsible for the handling and safety of their own bags. Baggage carts are driven from terminals and parked on the vessel car deck to offer assistance.
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 I need to print my ferry ticket?
Some ferry companies allow you to board by simply showing your booking confirmation email, which includes your personal details and your reservation code. You can either show the email on your device (phone, tablet) or print it out and bring it with you.
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.
Do they check your bags on a ferry?
Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.
Can you drink the water on ferries?
The majority of our ships are self-sufficient in fresh water. They are equipped with onboard facilities that produce fresh water from heated and desalinated seawater.