EVERY Transport on the Isle of Wight? Red Funnel Ferry plus Bus, Train & Hovercraft

Join me for a full journey across the Isle of Wight’s unique public transport network, starting in Ryde and finishing onboard the Red Funnel Red Eagle ferry back from Cowes to Southampton. This video showcases some of the Island’s most iconic transport links — from the world’s only commercial passenger hovercraft, to local buses, the historic Cowes Floating Bridge (chain ferry), and a full onboard tour of a modern Isle of Wight ferry. Part 1    • WIGHTLINK Ferry to Isle of Wight & Island ...   Perfect if you’re planning a visit, interested in UK transport, or just enjoy ferries and unusual travel routes. ⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:20 – Exploring Ryde Esplanade & transport connections 02:35 – Arrival of the Isle of Wight Hovercraft at Ryde 05:35 – Boarding the Southern Vectis No.4 bus 06:45 – Bus journey from Ryde to East Cowes 08:35 – Arriving at East Cowes Floating Bridge terminal 09:30 – Crossing on the Cowes Floating Bridge (Chain Ferry) 12:30 – Return crossing back to East Cowes 13:10 – Boarding Red Funnel’s Red Eagle ferry 15:00 – Onboard tour of Red Eagle 23:15 – Arrival into Southampton & closing thoughts 🚍🚢 Transport featured in this video Isle of Wight Hovercraft (Ryde ↔ Southsea) Southern Vectis No.4 Bus Cowes Floating Bridge (Chain Ferry) Red Funnel Red Eagle Ferry (East Cowes ↔ Southampton) 🌍 Why this route is special The Isle of Wight has one of the most varied transport systems in the UK — combining hovercraft, historic ferries, modern buses, and major vehicle ferries all within a short distance. This video captures how they all connect in one continuous journey. 🔔 If you enjoyed the video Please like, subscribe, and comment — especially if you enjoy ferry tours, UK transport, or Isle of Wight travel. 📌 SEO Tags / Hashtags #IsleOfWight #IsleOfWightFerries #Hovercraft #RydeHovercraft #RedFunnel #RedEagle #CowesFloatingBridge #ChainFerry #UKTransport #FerryTravel #SouthernVectis #EastCowes #WestCowes #SouthamptonFerries #TransportVlog