How do I get to Isle of Wight from UK?

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.

Can you get to Isle of Wight without ferry?

The short answer is yes, you can get around the Isle of Wight without a car. However, I would say it’s a lot easier if you stay in the East Wight (Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin), or possibly in Newport.

Is it easy to get to Isle of Wight?

Trains. There are excellent rail connections to all the major ferry ports, providing fast access to the Isle of Wight from across the UK. Travel time from London Stations to most of the ports is around 2 hours, and many ferry services coincide with train arrival times – inclusive tickets can also be purchased.

Does Trainline include the ferry to Isle of Wight?

The fastest way to reach the island from London is to catch a train to Portsmouth, followed by a ferry service from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier Head. If you buy a ticket on Trainline, you won’t have to worry about purchasing separate train and ferry tickets – it’s all included in your booking.

How do I get from London to Isle of Wight by train?

In order to get to the Isle of Wight from London by train, you should catch one of the regular trains to Portsmouth. South Western Railway run the most direct service between London Waterloo and Portsmouth Harbour, with most journeys only an hour and 40 minutes long.

Do I need a passport to go to the Isle of Wight?

Do I need a passport? We are part of the United Kingdom therefore a passport is not required for travelling over to the Isle of Wight.

Do you need a passport to go Isle of Wight?

How long does the ferry take to the Isle of Wight?

40-45 minutes
Your comfortable ferry crossing will take just 40-45 minutes.

Are there any trains on the Isle of Wight?

The Island Line railway on the Isle of Wight operates between Ryde Pier Head and Shanklin, serving Smallbrook Junction, Brading, Sandown and Lake stations along the way. This beautiful island lies just off England’s south coast and less than 2 hours from London Waterloo across the stunning waters of the Solent.

Are there trains on the Isle of Wight?

Do you need a passport for the Isle of Wight?

We are part of the United Kingdom therefore a passport is not required for travelling over to the Isle of Wight.

What currency does Isle of Wight use?

Pounds Sterling
We use Pounds Sterling, some establishments also accept Euros.