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Ferry Routes from East Cowes and West Cowes

Red Funnel Group is the only ferry operator offering ferry sailings from East and West Cowes to the English coastal city of Southampton. The West Cowes- Southampton route is operated by a super fast ferry making the trip in just 22 minutes. Usually the Cowes-Southampton route is operated by conventional ships with a sailing duration of about 1 hour.

East Cowes to Southampton ferries

Passenger-vehicle crafts operate regular sea voyages between East Cowes and Southampton. It takes this conventional ferry, with a speed of 13 knots, 55 minutes to reach Southampton from East Cowes. On board services feature a bar, a café serving cold and hot foods, baby-changing facilities, baby-changing area and good amenities for physically disabled passengers.

The Red Falcon is the ferry sailing between East Cowes and Southampton. The craft can accommodate 895 passengers and has room for 200 cars. The Red Eagle serves the same route and can transport the same number of passengers and cars, while the ship can reach a speed of 14 knots. The Red Eagle has been in service since 1996.

West Cowes to Southampton ferries

The service between West Cowes and Southampton is serviced by the Red Jet Hi-Speed ferry. The ship can reach a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and the duration of the voyage is just 22 minutes. Cold beverages are available on board, but there aren't any toilets on the ferry. It is not necessary to book a sailing in advance; if you wish to travel with the hi-speed ferry you just have to show up. Amenities for physically disabled travelers are well catered for on this service.