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Southampton Ferry

Southampton ferry port in England is served by a number of ferry routes with crossings to East Cowes & West Cowes available. With a selection of up to 37 Sailings Daily, the port of Southampton connects England with Isle of Wight.

Sailing durations range from 28 minutes on the West Cowes service to 1 hour on the East Cowes service.

Although there is a brief summary on this page, as sailing information can vary based on time of year we’d advise you to get live sailing times and prices in our Southampton fare search.

Port Address

Terminal 1 - Dock Gate 7, Town Quay Road, Southampton, SO14 2AR

Terminal 2 - 7 Town Quay, Southampton, SO14 2AQ

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How To Get To Southampton Ferry Port

  • Southampton Ferry Port by Car

    From the M25 (London), take the M3 direction Southampton. Then follow the signs to Ferries, the terminals are on Town Quay Road. From the West exit M27 J3. Follow the M271 and then A3024 to Southampton. Follow the signs to the Ferries, the terminals are on Town Quay Road. From the East exit M27 J7. Follow the A334 and then A3024 to Southampton. Follow the signs to the Ferries, the terminals are on Town Quay Road.

  • Southampton Ferry Port by Rail

    From London there are frequent services between Waterloo (via Clapham Junction, Woking, Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton Airport) and Southampton Central taking a little over an hour. There are also frequent services from Scotland, the North, Midlands and Birmingham, South Wales through Bristol and Salisbury, Weymouth, Poole and Bournemouth as well as services to Portsmouth and Brighton. Arriving by train, Southampton Central is served by rail services from all parts of the UK, from where the free CityLink shuttle bus will drop you outside either Red Funnel terminal. For more information and booking, please visit our trains to southampton page.

  • Southampton Ferry Port by Coach

    There is a frequent National Express service operating various coaches to Southampton ferry terminal from around the UK. For more information and booking, please visit our coaches to Southampton page

  • Southampton Ferry Port Parking

    Parking is available at the Town Quay Triangle car park off Platform Road and Town Quay Road. The City Council operate other public car parks in the Waterfront area.

  • Southampton Accommodation

    If you’re looking to spend a night at or near Southampton Ferry port before or after your trip or if you are looking for accommodation for your entire stay, please visit our Southampton Accommodation page for the best accommodation prices and one of the largest selections available online!

Southampton Ferry Services

Southampton Guide

Southampton Ferry

Is there a ferry from Southampton?

Red Funnel provide Southampton ferries connecting England, UK with 1 destination. Ferries from Southampton sail approximately 15 times a day and up to 107 times a week.

Where can I get a ferry from Southampton?

Southampton ferries sail to Cowes.

How long is the ferry from Southampton?

Ferries from Southampton sail in approximately 1h 0m. Ferry times can change from season to season.

Popular routes from Southampton

Ferries from Southampton - Cowes sail approximately 98 times per week with a crossing time of 1h 0m. The average price of a Southampton - Cowes ferry is about £130.64.

How much do ferries from Southampton cost?

Ferry price from Southampton can range between £45.00 and £214.00 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.

Is there a car ferry from Southampton?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Southampton with Red Funnel. For more information on routes and car ferry prices view our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Southampton?

Foot Passengers are allowed on ferries from Southampton. You can travel as a foot passenger from Southampton with Red Funnel.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Southampton?

No, currently you can not take your pet with you on the ferry from Southampton.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Southampton?

Cabins are currently unavailable on all ferries from Southampton. Our Deal Finder may be useful in finding alternative ports with ferries that offer cabin accommodation.

Southampton Port Facilities

The ferry terminal is open 24/7 and is accessible to foot passengers as well as vehicles. It has many facilities (a coffee shop with hot & cold food, a comfortable waiting area, toilets, free WiFi – and is supported by a vast range of transport links. There are multiple parkings available, with easy access for buses and taxis. Red funnel ferries terminal is accessible to all and offers facilities adapted to wheelchairs. Assistance can be available upon request.

Southampton Ferry Terminal is located at Terminal 1, Dock Gate 7, Town Quay Road, Southampton, SO14 2AR.

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