Getting to the Isle of Wight Festival: Travel Tips and Recommendations

It’s almost that time of year again. If you’re a fan of live music, there is no better place to be this summer than the Isle of Wight Festival. Brace your eardrums for four days of incredible music, with performances from many of your favourite bands and artists. Don’t miss out. Book a ferry to the Isle of Wight now and join thousands of others for the biggest celebration of the summer.

When is the Isle of Wight Festival?

The Isle of Wight Festival 2024 starts on Thursday 20^th June with Scouting for Girls and finishes on 23^rd June with a headline performance from Green Day to wrap up an unforgettable weekend of fun.

Where is Isle of Wight Festival?

If you are unfamiliar with the island, the Isle of Wight Festival takes place in Seaclose Park, located down Fairlee Road in Newport. You can find the park by travelling 5 miles south along Newport Road if you are arriving from Cowes Port or via the A3021 if you are arriving from East Cowes. The park will be well signposted in case you get lost. 

Isle of Wight Festival 2024 Lineup

Fasten your seatbelts and prepare to be taken on a musical joyride because your favourite artists are coming to the Isle of Wight. Whatever music you enjoy, there’s something for everyone at the Isle of Wight Festival with genres ranging from electronic punk to pop rock. Here are some of the headline acts:

There are also many more bands and artists performing on the Big Top Stage throughout the event. For more information, you can visit the official Isle of Wight Festival website.

How much are Isle of Wight Festival tickets?

Start the summer in the wight way. Tickets for the Island of Wight Festival range from £8.40 to £434.50. You can buy weekend tickets, day tickets or student tickets with an option for camping and non-camping. So pack your festival essentials and book your tickets now before they sell out. Adult weekend tickets cost £269.95, while day tickets cost £120. 

How to get to the Isle of Wight

Not sure how to reach the Isle of Wight this summer? Don’t panic, there are so many transport options available. You can catch a Big Green Coach to one of the four mainland ports at Portsmouth, Southampton, Lymington or Southsea. Then you can climb aboard a ferry to Isle of Wight and arrive at your destination in style. 

Wherever you live in the UK, the Big Green Coach service will be coming to a city near you. There are various pickup locations including Birmingham, Bournemouth, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Liverpool, London Croydon, London Victoria, London Richmond Manchester, Nottingham, Oxford, Reading and Sheffield. And that’s not even the best news! Book your coach seats for only £1!

Isle of Wight Ferries

Want to book a ferry to the Isle of Wight? You’ve come to the right place. There are 5 ferry routes from England to the Isle of Wight so you can get to the festival with no stress. Whether you are travelling by car or as a foot passenger, you are certain to find the perfect ferry for your travel plans. See for yourself. 

Please be aware that sailing durations and the number of daily sailings may vary depending on the season you choose to travel.

Please be aware that sailing durations and the number of daily sailings may vary depending on the season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry to Isle of Wight?

Getting to the Isle of Wight doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, you can book a ferry to the Isle of Wight for as little as £13. If you wish to bring your car, prices range anywhere from £43 to £659 depending on which route you take. But be quick. With the festival looming, ferry tickets to the Isle of Wight are selling fast. 

How long is the Isle of Wight ferry?

You’ll be glad to hear that the ferry to the Isle of Wight can take anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour. If you can’t wait to get into the festival spirit, the fastest ferry to the Isle of Wight is via the Southsea to Ryde ferry in just 10 minutes. 

Car Ferry to Isle of Wight

Are you planning on driving to the Isle of Wight Festival this year? Good news, there are two ferry operators that accommodate vehicles onboard. Red Funnel allow cars on the Southampton to Isle of Wight ferry and Wightlink allow cars on two routes including the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry route and Lymington to Yarmouth. Strap yourself in and get ready for the best weekend of the summer.

Where can I park at the Isle of Wight Festival?

For those arriving by car, there is parking at the festival. However, we recommend that you book parking in advance as demand is very high. Admission can be purchased on the official festival website. Parking for the whole weekend costs £30 including a £1 green levy. 

What to expect at Isle of Wight Festival 2024

There’s a whole lot more than music at the Isle of Wight Festival. Explore the various areas set up around the park including Field of Dreams, where large screens will be showing England v Denmark on Thursday 20^th June followed by That Peter Crouch Podcast Live. 

Alternatively, you can enjoy a drink with your friends in the secluded garden called Down by The River. There is also the Intoxicated Tearooms, where you can enjoy some immersive entertainment while sipping a fancy cocktail. Whatever your taste, Isle of Wight Festival has something for you.