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Ferry from Southampton to Cowes

There are usually 14 daily and 99 weekly sailings between Southampton and Cowes. This ferry route is operated by Red Funnel. Southampton Cowes ferries cost between 60.9 € and 210.02 €, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Southampton Cowes ferries.

Southampton Cowes Ferry Times

The earliest Southampton Cowes ferry sailings typically depart Southampton at around 03:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Southampton Cowes Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 0m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 0m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Southampton Cowes Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 14 daily sailings and up to 99 weekly ferry sailings from Southampton to Cowes. These sailings are provided by Red Funnel. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Southampton Cowes Ferry Prices

Southampton Cowes ferry prices typically range between 60.9 €* and 210.02 €*. The average price is typically 145.09 €*. The cheapest Southampton Cowes ferry prices start from 17.88 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 57.54 €*. The average price for a car is 155.51 €*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

How far is it from Southampton to Cowes?

The distance between Southampton to Cowes is approximately 12.4 miles (20.0km) or 10.8 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Southampton Cowes ferry?

Yes, Red Funnel allow cars on board ferries between Southampton and Cowes. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Southampton and Cowes.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Southampton to Cowes?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Red Funnel between Southampton and Cowes.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Southampton to Cowes.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from England to Isle of Wight page.
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Southampton - Cowes Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Red Funnel
Average Price 145 €*
Average Daily Sailings 14
Average Weekly Sailings 99
Average Sailing Duration 1h 0m
First Ferry 03:00
Last Ferry 23:59
Distance 10 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

The approximate duration for ferries from Southampton to Cowes is 1h. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Southampton to Cowes is approximately 190 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Southampton to Cowes?

There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Southampton to Cowes and this is
  • Red Funnel

How can I book ferry tickets from Southampton to Cowes?

Book Southampton to Cowes tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Southampton to Cowes with
  • Red Funnel

Can you take your car on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Yes, you can travel with a car from Southampton to Cowes with the following operators
  • Red Funnel

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Southampton to Cowes?

Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on this ferry service.

How far is Cowes from Southampton?

Southampton to Cowes is approximately 10 nautical miles distance apart.

Southampton Guide

Southampton Guide

A glance at the map gives some idea of the strategic maritime importance of Southampton, which stands on a triangular peninsula formed at the place where the rivers Itchen and Test flow into Southampton Water, an eight-mile inlet from the Solent. Sure enough, Southampton has figured in numerous stirring events: it witnessed the exodus of Henry V's Agincourt-bound army, the Pilgrim Fathers' departure in the Mayflower in 1620 and the maiden voyages of such ships as the Queen Mary and the Titanic. The Second World War hit Southampton particularly hard, because of its strategic importance as the major industrial area on the South Coast. Pockets of Georgian architecture remain, but much of the city was levelled. The accuracy of the locally-based Ordnance Survey's maps did not go unrecognised by the Luftwaffe: the German bomber pilots used them to bomb Southampton.


East Cowes Guide

East Cowes Ferry Port

Famed for its world famous yachting scene, Cowes Port has become a globally acknowledged centre of boat-building. Found on the northern coast of the Isle of Wight, Cowes Port is one of the smaller towns of the island, though possibly the most widely recognised due to its hugely popular yachting and royal connections. Also known as the ‘Floating Bridge’, Cowes Chain Ferry carries foot passengers and vehicles on the short crossing to East Cowes, across the narrow mouth of the fast flowing River Medina. The ferry route runs frequently throughout the day, beginning very early in the morning and running till late in the evening. The harbour has created several jobs around the town, contributing in excess of £25 million worth of revenue to the local economy.


Southampton to Cowes Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 04/11/2024 and 10/11/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Red Funnel 03:00 04:00 1 hour Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 04:30 05:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 05:00 06:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 06:00 07:00 1 hour Everyday
Red Funnel 07:00 08:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 07:30 08:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 08:00 09:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 09:00 10:00 1 hour Everyday
Red Funnel 10:00 11:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 10:30 11:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 11:00 12:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 12:00 13:00 1 hour Everyday
Red Funnel 13:00 14:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 13:30 14:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 14:00 15:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 15:00 16:00 1 hour Everyday
Red Funnel 16:00 17:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 16:30 17:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 17:00 18:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 18:00 19:00 1 hour Everyday
Red Funnel 19:00 20:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 19:30 20:30 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 20:15 21:15 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 21:00 22:00 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 22:00 23:00 1 hour Tue
Red Funnel 23:55 00:55 1 hour Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Red Funnel 23:59 00:59 1 hour Tue
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