How long are you on the ferry to the Isle of Wight?


How long are you on the ferry to the Isle of Wight? Ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight Ferries from Portsmouth to Fishbourne sail approximately 145 times per week with a crossing time of 45 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.


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.


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 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!


Is Isle of Wight expensive?

The cost of living on the Island is pretty much in line with anywhere else on the south coast. In some cases, it can be a little more expensive as everything has to be shipped across by ferry. This has led to a relatively high cost of groceries which is actually on a par with London.


Where is the best place to take the ferry to the Isle of Wight?

Portsmouth to Ryde is the quickest ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight from England. This route takes approximately just 22 minutes. Wightlink operates this route with 18 daily sailings. The next quickest route is Lymington to Yarmouth, which takes approximately 45 minutes, with 15 daily sailings.


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!


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 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 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.