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Book Red Funnel ferry tickets
Red Funnel sails 4 routes to 3 destinations, with departures from ports including Southampton, East Cowes, West Cowes. Compare Red Funnel sailings and book your tickets on Openferry.
Red Funnel timetables are seasonal, so the number of sailings and departure times change through the year. Search your route and travel dates for current times and prices.
Popular Red Funnel routes
Red Funnel fares and sailing times
Red Funnel ticket prices depend on the route, the travel date and how far ahead you book. Most routes have more sailings in peak season.
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Foot passenger tickets are the cheapest way to travel with Red Funnel.
Red Funnel vessels
Red Funnel operates 5 vessels. Onboard facilities vary by ship, so check the vessel details below before you book.
Travelling with Red Funnel as a foot passenger or with a vehicle
Foot passengers can travel on every Red Funnel route.
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Foot passengers can travel on all routes.
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Foot passengers should check in at least 30 minutes before departure.
Red Funnel luggage allowance
Keep valuables, travel documents and medication with you during the crossing. Larger bags can usually be left in the luggage area on board.
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Label every bag with your name and contact details.
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Flammable, explosive and other hazardous items are not allowed on board.
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You are responsible for your luggage at all times, including bags left in the luggage area.
Travelling with pets on Red Funnel
Pet rules vary by route and vessel, so check the rules for your Red Funnel sailing before you book.
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Passengers with pets check in 60 minutes before departure.
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Bring your pet’s passport or health certificate and microchip details.
Red Funnel tickets, check-in and boarding
Red Funnel passengers exchange their booking confirmation for a boarding card at the port before departure.
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Every passenger needs a valid ID card or passport.
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Changes, cancellations and payment
Change and refund rules depend on the fare you book. The conditions for your ticket are shown before you pay.
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Red Funnel tickets can be changed up to 2 hours before departure, subject to fare rules.
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Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a refund of up to 50%, depending on how early you cancel.
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Payments are encrypted and support is available from booking to boarding.
Why book Red Funnel with Openferry
Openferry shows Red Funnel alongside the other ferry operators on your route, so you can compare times and prices before you book.
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Live availability and prices from Red Funnel and the other operators on the route.
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Secure payment, with your booking confirmation sent by email and saved in the app.
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Customer support in your language, from booking to boarding.
Red Funnel FAQs
Common questions about booking and sailing with Red Funnel.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
It depends on the route and the vessel. Add your vehicle when you search to see which Red Funnel sailings can take it.
Not always. Cabins are usually offered on longer and overnight Red Funnel crossings. Search your route to see whether your sailing has them.
Most tickets can be changed up to 2 hours before departure, subject to the fare rules shown before you pay.
Other ferry operators in United Kingdom
Red Funnel is one of several operators sailing these routes. Compare them all on Openferry.
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All Red Funnel routes
East Cowes
Southampton
West Cowes
