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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
27RM
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
30RM
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
10 m
Ferries on 29 Sept
79
Distance
9 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portsmouth to Ryde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Ryde will cost around 30RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 27RM.
Fast ferries
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 79 ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde, including 73 direct services.
On Tue, 29 Sept the direct ferries cover the 9 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Wightlink7:20 PM0h22Portsmouth Harbour7:42 PMRyde27 RM1One-way0 changes- Wightlink7:15 AM0h22Portsmouth Harbour7:37 AMRyde27 RM1One-way0 changes
- Wightlink10:45 PM0h22Portsmouth Harbour11:07 PMRyde27 RM1One-way0 changes
- Wightlink2:15 PM0h22Portsmouth Harbour2:37 PMRyde27 RM1One-way0 changes
- Wightlink12:00 PM0h45Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)12:45 PMFishbourne27 RM1One-way0 changes
Hovertravel3:30 PM0h10Southsea3:40 PMRyde28 RM1One-way0 changes- Hovertravel6:30 PM0h10Southsea6:40 PMRyde28 RM1One-way0 changes
- Hovertravel8:30 AM0h10Southsea8:40 AMRyde28 RM1One-way0 changes
- Hovertravel4:00 PM0h10Southsea4:10 PMRyde28 RM1One-way0 changes
- Hovertravel9:30 AM0h10Southsea9:40 AMRyde28 RM1One-way0 changes
Portsmouth to Ryde Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:07PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 1h22 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 1h52 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 04:03PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 05:33PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 07:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:07AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:33AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:09AM | Duration 0h59 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:03AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 0h38 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:03AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 05:03PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:52PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 03:33PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 12:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 12:49PM | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:07PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:03PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 03:03PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:03AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 02:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 04:33PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:03AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:32AM | Duration 1h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:44AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 05:37AM | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Ryde ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Ryde ferries for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wightlink | 5:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 5:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:00 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 6:45 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 6:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 7:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:20 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 8:05 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 8:00 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
· + G21528 | On time 8:10 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h22 | 9:32 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 2 changes | |
 SW097100+G21525 | On time 8:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h34 | 8:49 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 8:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 8:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| SW097100+G21525 | On time 8:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h38 | 8:53 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 1 change | |
| · +G21531 | On time 9:10 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 0h59 | 10:09 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 2 changes | |
| SW097200+G21531 | On time 9:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h50 | 10:05 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 9:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 9:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| SW097200+G21531 | On time 9:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h54 | 10:09 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 9:20 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 10:05 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| · +G21537 | On time 9:40 AM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 1h52 | 11:32 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 2 changes | |
| Wightlink | 10:00 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 10:45 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 10:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 10:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| SW097300+G21534 | On time 10:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h38 | 10:53 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 1 change | |
| SW097300+G21534 | On time 10:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h34 | 10:49 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| SW097400+G21540 | On time 11:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h50 | 12:05 PM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 11:15 AM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 11:37 AM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 11:20 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 12:05 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 12:00 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 12:45 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 12:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 12:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| SW097500+G21543 | On time 12:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h34 | 12:49 PM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| SW097600+G21549 | On time 1:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 0h50 | 2:05 PM Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 1:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 1:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 1:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 2:05 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 2:00 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 2:45 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 2:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 2:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 3:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 3:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 3:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 4:05 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 4:00 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 4:45 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 4:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 4:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 5:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 5:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 5:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 6:05 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:00 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 6:45 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 6:37 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 7:42 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 8:05 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 8:00 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 8:45 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 8:20 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 8:42 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 9:45 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 10:07 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 10:15 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 11:00 PM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 10:45 PM Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 11:07 PM Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 11:59 PM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 12:44 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
| Wightlink | 3:00 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 3:45 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 5:00 AM Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 5:45 AM Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde run on average 39 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 20RM if you book in advance.
There are 39 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest ferry covers the 4 nautical miles (9 km) distance in 10m. There are 16 sailings per week.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 4 nautical miles (9 km) |
Average sailing duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price 20RM |
Ferries per day 39 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 10m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Ferry operators: Wightlink, Hovertravel from Portsmouth to RydeYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Ryde with Wightlink, Hovertravel for as low as 20RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Wightlink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Wightlink Duration
22m
Cheapest Wightlink Price
20RM
Wightlink frequency
40 a day
Hovertravel
About
Hovertravel is a ferry company that operates the world's only year-round, scheduled passenger hovercraft service. Established in 1965, it provides the fastest route across the Solent, connecting Southsea (Portsmouth) on the English mainland to Ryde on the Isle of Wight in under 10 minutes. Hovertravel utilizes two 12000TD hovercraft, the *Solent Flyer* and *Island Flyer*, each capable of carrying 78 passengers at speeds up to 40 knots. The company also offers a \Hoverbus\" service in Portsmouth, connecting its Southsea terminal to train stations and the city center. Beyond scheduled services, Hovertravel has a history of charter operations and is actively involved in projects to make hovercraft travel more sustainable, including exploring hydrogen as an alternative fuel."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hovertravel Duration
10m
Cheapest Hovertravel Price
27RM
Hovertravel frequency
21 a day
FAQs: Portsmouth to Ryde ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Ryde by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ryde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Portsmouth to Ryde can start from as little as 20RM when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Portsmouth to Ryde is 28RM; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde is 10m to travel the 9 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde leaves at 11:10 pm.
Yes, there are 39 direct ferries a day from Portsmouth to Ryde with Wightlink, Hovertravel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Portsmouth to Ryde is possible with . We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde, you can count on Wightlink, Hovertravel for the best way to get you to Ryde. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Portsmouth and Ryde and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Portsmouth and Ryde.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Ryde
Most Portsmouth to Ryde ferries use the Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde port pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Ryde ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Portsmouth
Arrival ports in Ryde
Portsmouth HarbourHarbour Station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth PO1 3PA, UK
Portsmouth Harbour port facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)Portsmouth Harbour railway station, Portsmouth, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) port facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and small eateries available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free 60 minutes access available. ATMs are located near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries): Wheelchair accessible ramps available.
SouthseaSouthsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3AD, UK
Southsea port facilities and services
Southsea has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southsea: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
RydeRyde PO33 2HB, UK
Ryde port facilities and services
Ryde has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ryde: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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