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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from East Cowes to Southampton
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €14
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €14
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h
- Ferries on Nov 02
- 17
- Distance
- 18 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from East Cowes to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Cowes to Southampton will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 17 ferries from East Cowes to Southampton, including 17 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct ferries cover the 18 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest ferries will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Red Funnel1:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 2:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers- Red Funnel
3:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 4:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
4:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 5:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
2:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 3:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
9:45 PM 1h00 East Cowes 10:45 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
- Red Funnel
1:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 2:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
3:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 4:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
4:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 5:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
2:30 PM 1h00 East Cowes 3:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - Red Funnel
9:45 PM 1h00 East Cowes 10:45 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from East Cowes to Southampton
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Ferries from East Cowes to Southampton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 13 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest ferry covers the 9 nautical miles (18 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 9 nautical miles (18 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 13 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 3:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Frequently asked questions about your East Cowes to Southampton trip
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East Cowes to Southampton Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
East Cowes to Southampton ferry times
The table below shows live departures for East Cowes to Southampton ferries for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Funnel | 10:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 11:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 11:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 12:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 1:30 PM East Cowes | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 7:30 PM East Cowes | 1h00 | 8:30 PM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| Red Funnel | 1:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 2:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 4:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 5:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 6:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 7:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 7:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 8:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 8:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 9:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Red Funnel | 9:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 10:30 AM Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferry operators: Red Funnel from East Cowes to SouthamptonYou can travel by ferry between East Cowes to Southampton with Red Funnel for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Red Funnel
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FAQs: Ferry from East Cowes to Southampton
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popular ferry ports
Popular ports from East Cowes to Southampton
Most East Cowes to Southampton ferries use the East Cowes to Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal port pair. Use this guide to compare East Cowes and Southampton ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
East Cowes port facilities and services
East Cowes has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Cowes: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal port facilities and services
Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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