The shortest ferry trip is from Lymington to Yarmouth and operated by Wightlink. As a 30 minute journey, this is one of the most popular crossings with visitors and locals alike as you get fantastic views along the mainland and island coastlines.
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Crossing the WaterThere are lots of easy ways to get yourself onto the Island. If you're in your car then you have a choice of car ferries at Southampton, Portsmouth and Lymington which run frequently. You can also use these ferries as foot passengers or if you are bringing your bike with you.
One of the most convenient ways of reaching the Isle of Wight is by train. Each of our three mainland ports is only moments from a well-connected railway station, from where you can hop on the ferry and be on the Island in as little as 22 minutes.
If you're driving, you need to arrive at the port between 30 and 60 minutes before your scheduled sailing, even if we are experiencing delays. If you have a Wightlink Pass of any type or have a discounted ticket you need to make sure you have photo ID available if requested.
Isle of Wight town is Britain's sixth most expensive seaside resort to live in. An Isle of Wight town has been named the sixth most expensive coastal town in Britain. Yarmouth has made the list of the priciest seaside locations to buy a home on average in 2022, PA reports, according to Halifax.