Southampton East Cowes Ferry

The Southampton East Cowes ferry route connects England with Isle of Wight. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Red Funnel. The crossing operates up to 17 times each day with sailing durations from around 1 hour.

Southampton East Cowes sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

Southampton to East Cowes Ferry Alternatives

For more information, please visit our Ferries from England to Isle of Wight page.

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How long is the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Southampton to Cowes is approximately 1h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

The average price of a ferry from Southampton to Cowes is approximately 190 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Southampton to Cowes can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Southampton to Cowes?

There is 1 ferry operator for Southampton to Cowes and this is

Red Funnel

How can I book ferry tickets from Southampton to Cowes?

Ferries from Southampton to Cowes are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Southampton to Cowes with

Red Funnel

Can you take your car on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Southampton to Cowes with the following operators

Red Funnel

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Unfortunately, pets are not permitted onboard this ferry service so please look for alternative routes which accommodate pets.

How far is Cowes from Southampton?

Southampton to Cowes is approximately 10 nautical miles distance apart.

Southampton Guide

A glance at the map gives some idea of the strategic maritime importance of Southampton, which stands on a triangular peninsula formed at the place where the rivers Itchen and Test flow into Southampton Water, an eight-mile inlet from the Solent. Sure enough, Southampton has figured in numerous stirring events: it witnessed the exodus of Henry V's Agincourt-bound army, the Pilgrim Fathers' departure in the Mayflower in 1620 and the maiden voyages of such ships as the Queen Mary and the Titanic. The Second World War hit Southampton particularly hard, because of its strategic importance as the major industrial area on the South Coast. Pockets of Georgian architecture remain, but much of the city was levelled. The accuracy of the locally-based Ordnance Survey's maps did not go unrecognised by the Luftwaffe: the German bomber pilots used them to bomb Southampton.

East Cowes Guide

East Cowes Ferry Port

Famed for its world famous yachting scene, Cowes Port has become a globally acknowledged centre of boat-building. Found on the northern coast of the Isle of Wight, Cowes Port is one of the smaller towns of the island, though possibly the most widely recognised due to its hugely popular yachting and royal connections. Also known as the ‘Floating Bridge’, Cowes Chain Ferry carries foot passengers and vehicles on the short crossing to East Cowes, across the narrow mouth of the fast flowing River Medina. The ferry route runs frequently throughout the day, beginning very early in the morning and running till late in the evening. The harbour has created several jobs around the town, contributing in excess of £25 million worth of revenue to the local economy.

Southampton to Cowes Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-12-16 and 2024-12-22

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Red Funnel	03:00	04:00	1 hour	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel	04:30	05:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	06:00	07:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	07:30	08:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	09:00	10:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	10:30	11:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	12:00	13:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	13:30	14:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	15:00	16:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	16:30	17:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	18:00	19:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	19:30	20:30	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	21:00	22:00	1 hour	Everyday
Red Funnel	23:55	00:55	1 hour	Everyday