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About Red Funnel Ferries

Red Funnel is the original Isle of Wight ferry company with a history spanning almost 150 years in its present form but with roots stretching back as far as the 1820's. Much has changed since Red Funnel's paddle steamers ran excursions from Southampton as far as Brighton, Cherbourg and Torquay but we are still just as passionate about delivering great customer service and providing value for money. To see all Isle Of Wight Ferry Routes Including Red Funnel Ferries - Click Here.

Today, Red Funnel operate 24/7, 364 days a year and have the youngest and fastest fleet of passenger and vehicle ferries on the Solent. Their Raptor Class vehicle ferries are also the largest with space for well over 200 cars. Red Funnel staff are chosen carefully before being trained to deliver a level of service that strives to exceed customer's expectations. Onboard there is a wide range of good food, real coffee, a well stocked bar and relaxing lounges with modern facilities. If you love a sea breeze, there is a spacious outer deck with the best views of the Solent!

Southampton is the home port of Red Funnel and their gateway to the Isle of Wight. The city has excellent road, rail and air connections and is easily accessible from all parts of the UK using private or public transport. There is ample parking in close proximity to our terminals for those wishing to travel by foot.

Aim to arrive at the terminal 30-45 minutes prior to departure, show staff your eTicket and they will direct you to the correct lane ready for boarding - real coffee, delicious cakes & pastries, newspapers and magazines are available at the terminal.

Red Funnel Routes Southampton to West Cowes - Red Funnel This route is for foot passengers only as it is onboard high speed catamarans. The crossing time is approximately 23 minutes traveling at 35 knots. Onboard you will find a drinks service. Due to the vessel being smaller than conventional ferries allowing it to travel faster and get you to the Isle of Wight quickly with minimal hassle there are unfortunately no toilets on board and no bicycles are permitted. Wheelchair friendly. Southampton - East Cowes - Red Funnel This route offered by Red Funnel is onboard traditional ferries meaning it is suitable for all passengers and all vehicle types including bicycles. The crossing time is around 55 minutes traveling at a speed of 15 knots. There are coffee shops and refreshments available on board as well as a games area. Watch the sea go by on the outside deck. The vessels all have toilet facilities including baby changing. The vessels are all wheelchair friendly with passenger lifts on board.

Red Funnel Ferries Fleet

Red Jet's - Serving the West Cowes Route

Red Funnel has four Red Jet Hi-Speed catamarans deployed in the UK on its cross-Solent ferry route between Southampton & West Cowes, Isle of Wight. Powered by high-speed diesel engines with waterjet propulsion, the vessels speed, maneuverability, stopping power and low wash characteristics are key design attributes.

Red Jet 1, Red Jet 2 & Red Jet 3 - Built for Red Funnel in 1991 by FBM Marine, Cowes, Isle of Wight.
Red Jet 4 - Built for Red Funnel in 2003 by North West Bay Ships Pty Ltd, Tasmania

Passenger Vehicle Ferries - Serving the East Cowes Route

Red Funnel has three Raptor Class ro-ro ferries deployed in the UK on its cross-Solent route between Southampton & East Cowes, Isle of Wight. Powered by medium-speed diesel engines with Voith Schneider propulsion, the vessels are the largest ever ferries to serve the Isle of Wight.

Red Falcon - Built for Red Funnel in 1994 by Ferguson Shipbuilders, Glasgow. Refitted & extended in 2004 by Remontawa, Gdansk, Poland.

Red Osprey - Built for Red Funnel in 1994 by Ferguson Shipbuilders, Glasgow. Refitted & extended in 2003 by Remontawa, Gdansk, Poland.

Red Eagle - Built for Red Funnel in 1996 by Ferguson Shipbuilders, Glasgow. Refitted & extended in 2005 by Remontawa, Gdansk, Poland.

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