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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from East Cowes to Southampton
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $1
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $8
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h
- Ferries on 13 Nov
- 3
- 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Cowes to Southampton will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $1.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 3 ferries from East Cowes to Southampton, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, 13 Nov 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 .
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.
9:00 AM 1h00 East Cowes 10:00 AM Southampton $1 1 One-way 0 changes3:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 4:30 AM Southampton $12 1 One-way 0 changes9:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 10:30 AM Southampton $12 1 One-way 0 changes
9:00 AM 1h00 East Cowes 10:00 AM Southampton $1 1 One-way 0 changes3:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 4:30 AM Southampton $12 1 One-way 0 changes9:30 AM 1h00 East Cowes 10:30 AM Southampton $12 1 One-way 0 changes
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 $17 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 $17 |
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 03:30AM | Arrival time 04:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, fri, sat |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival time 07:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival time 11:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Red Funnel | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days fri |
Live departures
East Cowes to Southampton ferry times
The table below shows live departures for East Cowes to Southampton ferries for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 9:30 AM Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:30 PM East Cowes | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
| 3:30 AM East Cowes | 1h00 | 4:30 AM Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 $17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Red Funnel
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between East Cowes and Southampton
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FAQs: East Cowes to Southampton ferries
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Important Stations and Airports in East Cowes and 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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