Southampton to East Cowes in a vehicle with Red Funnel Ferries
Crossing time approximatley 60 minutes
The journey from East Cowes should take between 50 minutes and one hour depending on traffic conditions. Follow the roads out of East Cowes to Newport and take the A3021 which passes Osbourne House and goes through Whippingham. At the 'Racecourse' roundabout take the second exit on to the A3054 signed to Newport. When you have passed the Medina Centre on your right and two petrol stations (one each side of the road) watch for a filter off to the right, staying on the A3054, signed Cowes and Yarmouth. You pass through Shalfleet village and on arriving in Yarmouth take the first exit on the roundabout by the quay following signs for Totland and Alum Bay. When you reach Totland village, at the war memorial roundabout, take the first exit into Weston Road passing the Broadway Garage. Watch for the speed bumps in the road. At the end of the road turn left at the T junction by the school into York Road. Just before the Catholic church turn right into Weston Lane. Stoat's Farm is 500 yards along on the left.
The Island has many thousands of visitors driving on unfamiliar roads all year round. Therefore, speed limits are sometimes lower than might be expected on the mainland (or England / the north island). There are rigorous speed checks from time to time in various areas to help to keep the roads as safe as possible. You'll be happier and safer if you stick to the limits.