Checked offer from Southampton to Isle of Wight (Newport): Ferry, about 0h 28min – 1h, from €39. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): Red Funnel; main departure point: Southampton Ferry Terminal.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Funnel | Ferry | Southampton Ferry Terminal | €39 | 11 |
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Practical tips
Bank holidays and summer weekends are the busiest times for island crossings. Book your ferry online ahead of time so you secure a seat on the sailing you want and avoid paying more at the last minute.
Read your e-ticket carefully to confirm exactly where your sailing leaves from in Southampton. Going to the wrong terminal is the easiest way to miss a crossing, so check the location before you leave your accommodation.
You don't need a car to visit the island. Travelling as a foot passenger keeps things simple and usually cheaper, and it fits a backpack or suitcase well. Plan your onward local transport to Newport once you land.
If you arrive from London or an airport, allow generous time to reach Southampton. Delays happen, and the last sailing of the day can leave you stranded, so don't book a tight connection.
Fares depend on the day, the sailing and how early you book. Compare the available ticket types online and keep your e-ticket on your phone, rather than buying at the last minute when the choice is narrower and the price higher.
The journey experience
Getting from Southampton to the Isle of Wight is refreshingly simple: the ferry is the way across, so you don't have to weigh up coach, train or flight. What matters is picking the right sailing and ticket, and the page's table shows how the crossing compares on time and price. Newport, the island's main town, is reached after you land.
The crossing is short and takes you over the sheltered waters of the Solent. You can travel as a foot passenger with just your backpack or suitcase, which suits independent travellers without a car. Onboard you can usually sit inside out of the wind or step out on deck for views of the coastline as the island comes into sight. Once on the island, local onward transport takes you to Newport.
Ferry fares can vary with the day, the time of the sailing and how early you book, so avoid paying more than necessary by booking online in advance. This matters most on bank holidays and summer weekends, when popular sailings can fill up. Check the departure point on your e-ticket before you set off, and leave a comfortable margin if you are coming from London or an airport. Book online, keep the e-ticket on your phone, and you can relax.
Frequently asked questions — Southampton → Isle of Wight (Newport)
Ferry tickets start from 39 €, and a typical fare is up to 40 €. The exact price can vary with the day, the time of the sailing and how early you book, so it is worth reserving online in advance, especially for bank holidays and summer weekends.
The ferry crossing takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the sailing. Remember to add time for getting to the departure point, boarding, and the onward journey to Newport once you arrive on the island.
The ferry is the transport option for this trip, so there is no coach versus train decision to make. Book your sailing online, travel as a foot passenger if you have no car, and plan local onward transport to Newport after landing.
The ferry leaves from the port area of Southampton. Because the exact departure point can depend on your sailing, always check your e-ticket and booking confirmation before travelling so you head to the right place and don't miss your crossing.
No, you can cross as a foot passenger and use local onward transport on the island, which suits independent travellers without a car. Travelling light with a backpack or suitcase keeps boarding and getting around simple and stress-free.
Why visit Isle of Wight (Newport)?
- ✓ Walk beneath the chalk stacks of The Needles and ride the chairlift down to Alum Bay's multicoloured sands
- ✓ Tour Osborne House, Queen Victoria's seaside retreat, and stroll through its terraced gardens down to the private beach
- ✓ Hike the Tennyson Trail along the chalk downs from Freshwater Bay to the Needles Headland for sweeping Channel views
- ✓ Explore Carisbrooke Castle, with its donkey-powered well and 11th-century keep overlooking the island's heart
- ✓ Join Cowes Week, the world-famous sailing regatta, or browse the harbourside pubs and yacht-filled marinas of Cowes
When to visit Isle of Wight (Newport)?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE
May to September — mild, sunniest weather on the south coast, ideal for beaches, hiking and sailing events
What to do in Isle of Wight (Newport)?
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How long to visit Isle of Wight (Newport)?
Allow 2 to 3 days to see the island properly. In 2 days, combine Newport and Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House and a coastal walk to The Needles; with 3 days, add Ventnor, the Botanic Garden and a stretch of the Coastal Path. Rent a car or use the Southern Vectis buses (a Rover ticket pays off fast), and book the Red Funnel or Wightlink ferry early in summer.
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