Travel by ferry to Isle of Wight! Travelling to Isle of Wight couldn't be more relaxed than by ferry. This way you start your Isle of Wight holiday rested and without stress.
The Isle of Wight is accessible from mainland England via the following four ferry routes: Lymington – Yarmouth, Portsmouth – Fishbourne/Ryde, Southampton – East Cowes and Southsea – Ryde. Not all ferries are designed for the transportation of passenger cars.
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Map of ferries to Isle of Wight
On this map you can see an overview of all ferry connections to Isle of Wight.
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All ferries to Isle of Wight
Hier findest du alle aktuellen Fährverbindungen to Isle of Wight noch einmal in der tabellarischen Übersicht.
| Ferry connection | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration of trip |
Shipping company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Lymington – Yarmouth | Ferry from England, Great Britain to Isle of Wight, Great Britain | up to 15 times a day 40 minutes |
Wightlink |
| Ferry Portsmouth – Fishbourne | Ferry from England, Great Britain to Isle of Wight, Great Britain | up to 25 times a day 45 minutes |
Wightlink |
| Ferry Portsmouth – Ryde | Ferry from England, Great Britain to Isle of Wight, Great Britain | up to 40 times a day 10 minutes |
Hovertravel Wightlink |
| Ferry Southampton – Cowes (Isle of Wight) | Ferry from England to England, Isle of Wight | up to 20 times a day 28 minutes |
Red Funnel |
Ferry ports on the Isle of Wight
You can find an overview of all ferry ports on the Isle of Wight here.
Cowes (Isle of Wight)
Cowes is a historic and charming seaside resort on the Isle of Wight in England, known for its unique maritime history and major sailing events. The city has a picturesque ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Cowes (Isle of Wight).
Port address
| Ferry port Cowes (Isle of Wight) | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Dover Rd |
| Postcode & city: | PO32 6RG Cowes (Isle of Wight) |
| Country: | England (United Kingdom) |
| GPS: | 50.758854, -1.290037 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
How to reach the Cowes ferry port on the Isle of Wight by car:
- From the west of the island (e.g. Yarmouth): Follow the A3054 towards Cowes. At the junction with the A3021, turn right from Dover Road. Follow the road to Trinity Wharf at Cowes ferry terminal.
- From the south of the island (e.g. Ventnor): Ferries north on the A3020 to Newport and then take the A3054 to East Cowes. At the junction with the A3021, turn left from Dover Road. Follow the road to Trinity Wharf at Cowes ferry terminal.
- From the north of the island (e.g. Ryde or Fishbourne): Ferries west on the A3054 to East Cowes. At the junction with the A3021, turn left from Dover Road. Follow the road to Trinity Wharf at Cowes ferry terminal.
Arrival by bus & train
There are regular bus services to Cowes ferry port from various locations on the Isle of Wight. Check the timetable and route for buses serving Cowes.
Arrival by plane
The nearest airport is the airport in Sandon or Bembridge. From there, you can either drive or take the bus to Cowes and on to Cowes ferry terminal.
Fishbourne
Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight is a picturesque village located directly on Wootton Creek and is best known as the ferry port that connects the island with Portsmouth. It ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Fishbourne.
Port address
| Ferry port Fishbourne | |
|---|---|
| Street: | 72 Fishbourne Ln |
| Postcode & city: | PO33 4EU Ryde, Fishbourne |
| Country: | England (United Kingdom) |
| GPS: | 50.732083, -1.213082 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
How to reach the ferry port of Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight by car:
- From the west(Cowes or Yarmouth): Ferry south on the A3020 to Newport and then northeast on the A3054 to Fishbourne. There, follow the signs to the Fishbourne ferry port.
- From the east(Ryde): Take the A3054 westbound and follow signs to Fishbourne ferry terminal.
- From the south (Sandown or Shanklin): Head north on the A3055 and then west on the A3054 to the ferry terminal.
Arrival by bus & train
There are regular bus services from various places on the Isle of Wight to Fishbourne ferry port. Check the local bus timetable for exact departure times and routes.
Arrival by plane
As the Isle of Wight does not have its own airport, the nearest airport is Southampton Airport. From there you can take a cab or public transport to Ferry Southampton-Cowes and then take the route described above to Fishbourne.
Ryde
Discover Ryde on the Isle of Wight, where past and present meet on one of England’s longest sea piers. The town offers a mix of local stores and chain stores ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Ryde.
Port address
| Ferry port Ryde | |
|---|---|
| Street: | Ryde Pier |
| Postcode & city: | PO33 2HF Ryde |
| Country: | England (United Kingdom) |
| GPS: | 50.739383, -1.160600 |
Travel information
Arrival by car
The Ryde ferry port is located on the north-east coast of the Isle of Wight and is easily accessible by car:
- From the west(Fishbourne): Follow the A3054 east to Ryde and then follow signs to Ryde Pier.
- From the south (Sandown): Use the A3055 northbound and follow signs to Ryde.
Arrival by bus & train
The Isle of Wight has a well-developed bus network. There is also a train station in Ryde with connections to other places on the island such as Cowes or Yarmouth.
Arrival by plane
There is no airport on the Isle of Wight. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport on the mainland. From there, you can take a Ferry to Cowes and continue by car to Ryde.
Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)
Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight is a picturesque harbor town that delights with its historic charm. Stroll through the narrow streets with their unique boutiques and art galleries. Visit ...
Here you will find information about the port, the ferry terminals, travel arrangements, and all Ferries to Yarmouth (Isle of Wight).
Port address
| Ferry port Yarmouth (Isle of Wight) | |
|---|---|
| Street: | The Quay |
| Postcode & city: | PO41 0NL Yarmouth, Isle of Wight |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| GPS: | 50.706396, -1.500671 |
Travel information
Getting to the Isle of Wight by car
- From Newport: Ferry west on the A3054 towards Yarmouth. Follow the signs to the ferry port.
- From Ryde: Take the A3054 south to Newport and then continue west on the A3054 to Yarmouth.
- From Ventnor: Ferry north on the A3055 to Newport, then change to the A3054 west towards Yarmouth.
Arrival by bus & train
There are regular bus services from various places on the Isle of Wight to Yarmouth ferry port. Check the current timetables from your local bus company.
Arrival by plane
There is no direct air service to the Isle of Wight. The nearest airports are in Southampton and Bournemouth on the mainland. From there you can take a Ferry to Yarmouth.
Additional information
Yarmouth is a small town and the ferry port is easily accessible on foot or by bike. There is limited parking near the harbor, so it is advisable to arrive early.
Travel guide Isle of Wight
Holiday on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is located near the southern English coast and is also considered a popular holiday destination by the British. It offers beautiful beaches, many hours of sunshine and a pleasant climate. With historical architecture, a diverse cultural programme and varied leisure activities, nothing stands in the way of a relaxing holiday.
TOP excursion destinations on the Isle of Wight
The island’s capital, Newport, looks back on a long history. Already in the year 75 the Romans settled here, the building history of the cathedral goes back to the 9th century. The town’s attractions also include the 17th-century Tredegar House and the Transporter Bridge suspension ferry. Fascinating!
A visit to Osborne House provides insight into the life of Queen Victoria. She created a private retreat for herself here, which still inspires today with its almost original state of preservation, gardens and parks. Also worth seeing are the baroque Appuldurcombe House and Nunwell House with its beautiful gardens.
If you walk through the gatehouse of Carisbrook Castle, you can imagine how mighty the castle must once have been. The castle dates back to the 11th century and today houses a museum. Very popular with visitors are the donkeys, which pull water from a depth of around 50 metres with the help of a rotating wheel.
On the Isle of Wight nature has created impressive landscapes. They can be experienced intensively on the 21-kilometer Tennyson Walk along the cliffs. Special highlights include the limestone rock needles The Needles, chalk cliffs and a picturesquely located lighthouse.
Other beautiful places on the island include the historic St. Catherine’s lighthouse and Alum Bay with its colorful sandstone cliffs. The chairlift takes you down to the beach here. The Shanklin Chine is a 400 metre long and deeply incised gorge with lush flora and fauna.
Entry requirements
An identity card or (children’s) passport is sufficient for entry into the United Kingdom. It should be noted that all travel documents must be valid until the end of the trip.
Alternative travel options
Those traveling by bus or train from London can look forward to direct connections to Ferry.