Ferries to Cowes
A short Hi-speed ferry service operates ferry sailings across the Solent from Cowes to Southampton. Cowes on the Isle of Wight is centrally located off the south coast of England. Although it is home to a wide range of boating services and facilities for all types of craft, it is also a charming town with a lot to offer land lubbers. It has a wide choice of restaurants and pubs that make any stopover enjoyable.
West Cowes and East Cowes share the two parts of the port of Cowes. Situated either side of the River Medina, they are linked by the "floating bridge" which is a car carrying chain ferry operating throughout the day and evening. Free to foot passengers and a small charge for cars and other vehicles.
Cowes is one of the busiest areas in the country for recreational sailing and boating, and hosts a number of racing events famous with sailors around the world as well as cruising rallies every season.
The Cowes Classic which was established in 1961, brings together powerboats and their crews from around the world for five days of highly competitive racing. The major events each year bring thousands of yachts into Cowes with 10,000 or more boating visitors arriving in the town during the largest events.
Port of Cowes services
The Solent and the Hampshire coastline provide magnificent views of yachting. The famous annual Cowes Week regatta is also hosted by East Cowes.
The Isle of Wight has a wonderful natural beauty and is a uniquely picturesque part of Britain. It has a comprehensive network of walking paths and beaches to explore. The Isle of Wight has good restaurants, excellent art galleries and an array of historical buildings to visit.
The ferry terminal is situated just a short walk from the floating bridge, which is positioned just north of the shopping area. A few essential services and facilities can just a short distance from the port including banks, several shops and eateries.
All throughout the year Red Funnel Group runs ferry crossings between East Cowes, West Cowes and Southampton. The Passenger Vehicle Ferry transports vehicles, buses, freight and passengers with a crossing time of 55 minutes. Crossings with the Red Jet Hi-Speed services are only available for passengers and it takes the craft just 22 minutes to reach Southampton from West Cowes.
Check the latest timetables and book a ferry to Cowes with Ferryonline.