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Wightlink is a ferry operator providing services across The Solent, connecting Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in southern England. The company runs car ferry routes between Lymington and Yarmouth, as well as Portsmouth and Fishbourne, in addition to a fast passenger-only catamaran service between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde Pier. Wightlink is co-owned by Basalt Infrastructure Partners and Fiera Infrastructure.

Nationality	British
Headquarters	Portsmouth
Ownership Type	Privately limited company
Parent Company	Basalt Infrastructure Partners and Fiera Infrastructure
Foundation Date	1990

Departure Board for Wightlink

Monday, August 10, 2026

Show departures for:

08:52 p.m.

Ryde → Portsmouth

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09:50 p.m.

Yarmouth → Lymington

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wightlink

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What are the check-in times for Wightlink ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde and Ryde to Portsmouth?

Passengers must check-in at least 15 minutes before departure.

What are the check-in times for Wightlink ferries from Fishbourne to Portsmouth and Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

Passengers without a vehicle must check-in at least 15 minutes before departure. Passengers with vehicles must check-in 30 to 60 minutes before departure.

What are the check-in times for Wightlink ferries from Lymington to Yarmouth and Yarmouth to Lymington?

Passengers without a vehicle must check-in at least 15 minutes before departure. Passengers with vehicles must check-in 30 to 60 minutes before departure.

Wightlink History

Wightlink and its predecessors have been offering ferry services to and from the Isle of Wight for over 160 years. In the early 1800s, ferries operated between the island and Lymington as well as Portsmouth. Subsequently, steam ferries began running a circular route connecting Lymington, Yarmouth, Cowes, Ryde, and Portsmouth.

The company was previously called SeaLink, but it adopted the name Wightlink in 1990. Since the start, the company has experienced significant growth, evident in its increasing demand for new vessels. In October 2006, Wightlink revealed plans to build two new ferries for the Yarmouth to Lymington route. Later, the company announced that a third ferry would join the fleet in the spring of 2009. In March 2008, Wightlink disclosed that it had placed an order with FBMA Marine for the construction of two new passenger catamarans for the Portsmouth to Ryde service.

Wightlink Sustainability

Wightlink actively monitors sustainability across various aspects of its business operations. Their latest report reveals a 33% reduction in their carbon footprint since 2007.

Onboard, they demonstrate their commitment to sustainability by eliminating single-use plastics in their dining areas. This initiative aligns with their recycling program, which ensures that 99% of recyclable materials are either reused or converted into electricity.