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Every one of the major ferry ports have excellent rail links which makes it easy to reach the Isle of Wight from all throughout the UK. I went by Hovercraft when I went to most just recently-- it's an enjoyable way to go across the Solent and also interesting to enjoy the arrivals and separations. Red Funnell https://www.wall-bookmarkings.win/find-more-38 ferries to the Isle of Wight leave from Southampton and dock at Cowes, Isle of wight.