Are Red Funnel ferries operating?

The Red Jet hi-speed service is currently operating a reduced timetable, with sailings every 1 hour and 20 minutes. Outside of these sailings, passengers can travel on the vehicle ferry as an alternative. You can download timetables or search for sailings on any given time and date on our timetables page.

Are ferries still running from Southampton to Isle of Wight?

The Southampton Cowes ferry route connects the mainland with the Isle of Wight and is currently only operated by 1 ferry company. The Red Funnel service runs up to 20 times per day, all year round.

Are ferries still running to the Isle of Wight?

We are welcoming pre-booked vehicles and foot passengers on all of our services. FastCat foot passenger sailings between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde Pier Head are also running hourly. Additional sailings will operate on school holiday weekends and during the Isle of Wight Festival.

Which is better Wightlink or Red Funnel?

Ferry travel on Red Funnel always cheaper than Wightlink. Schedule integrity much better with Red Funnel and their on-line booking system quick and simple unlike Wightlink whose on-line booking is slow and complex. The choice is yours but we only use Red Funnel now as it’s better service and less expensive.

Can I stay in my car on Red Funnel?

Can we stay in our vehicle during the crossing? We are able to support extremely vulnerable passengers travelling to an NHS appointment, as well as customers who may need to isolate for other reasons. For more information on this go to our Stay in Vehicle page.

How long does the Red Funnel ferry take?

Approximately 25 minutes
How long does the journey take? Approximately 25 minutes.

What is the quickest ferry crossing to Isle of Wight?

Portsmouth to Ryde
Portsmouth to Ryde is the quickest ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight from England. This route takes approximately just 22 minutes. Wightlink operates this route with 18 daily sailings. The next quickest route is Lymington to Yarmouth, which takes approximately 45 minutes, with 15 daily sailings.

Do Red Funnel Ferries run in high winds?

Credit to Red Funnel, for running a normal service in very high winds.

Is travel to Isle of Wight allowed?

We’re Good To Go The Isle of Wight is good to go. To protect the health and wellness of everyone out and about exploring the Isle of Wight, local businesses are implementing a range of new measures in line with Good to Go criteria – giving you the confidence to visit and discover everything the Island has to offer.

How many cars does Red Funnel hold?

Built for Red Funnel in 1994 by Ferguson Shipbuilders in Glasgow, Red Falcon was the first of the company’s 3 Raptor Class Ro-Pax ferries. She carries 892 passengers and 220 cars on 3 deck levels and operates 4,000 sailings per annum, clocking up an amazing 45,500 miles each year.

Can you fly to the Isle of Wight?

Whilst there are no direct commercial flights to the Isle of Wight, it is within easy reach of several of the UK’s key airports. Connections to the Isle of Wight from Gatwick and Heathrow are available: By coach or bus to Portsmouth or Southampton, where the Isle of Wight ferry connections to Ryde and Cowes are located.

How many cars fit on a Red Funnel ferry?

220 cars
Built for Red Funnel in 1994 by Ferguson Shipbuilders in Glasgow, Red Falcon was the first of the company’s 3 Raptor Class Ro-Pax ferries. She carries 892 passengers and 220 cars on 3 deck levels and operates 4,000 sailings per annum, clocking up an amazing 45,500 miles each year.

When does the Red Funnel return to service?

14/05/2021 Red Funnel extends evening Red Jet service from Monday 17 May. 13/05/2021 Red Funnel returns to a more hourly service timetable with all three vehicle ferries in operation.

When does the Red Funnel return to QuayConnect?

01/04/2021 Red Funnel announces more Red Jet Sailings and Return of Quayconnect Bus Service starting 12 April. 11/11/2020 Red Funnel to maintain Red Jet service for 7 days a week, with revised temporary timetable. 11/09/2020 Red Funnel confirms no change to operations following new rules on 14 September.

When is the Red Funnel Black Friday sale?

08/03/2020 Red Funnel celebrates International Women’s Day with ‘Women in Maritime’ pledge and executive board equality. 27-11-2019 Red Funnel’s Black Friday sale event to launch this Friday 22 November.

Which is the best ferry service to the Isle of Wight?

Choosing Red Funnel as your ferry to the Isle of Wight We aim to be the go-to Isle of Wight crossing service for anyone looking to enjoy a day away or a holiday to the Island, and our almost 160-year history is testament to our commitment to holidaymakers, both UK-based and from further afield.

Are Red Funnel ferries operating? The Red Jet hi-speed service is currently operating a reduced timetable, with sailings every 1 hour and 20 minutes. Outside of these sailings, passengers can travel on the vehicle ferry as an alternative. You can download timetables or search for sailings on any given time and date on our timetables…