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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight
Showing times and prices for 28 Aug
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £25.
Fast ferries
Of the 3 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Isle of Wight every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 28 Aug the direct ferries cover the 19 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 45 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.
15:000h45Portsmouth15:45Isle of Wight£251One-way0 changes- 6:200h45Portsmouth7:05Isle of Wight£251One-way0 changes
- 7:200h45Portsmouth8:05Isle of Wight£261One-way0 changes
- 7:200h45Portsmouth8:05Isle of Wight£261One-way0 changes
- 6:200h45Portsmouth7:05Isle of Wight£251One-way0 changes
- 15:000h45Portsmouth15:45Isle of Wight£251One-way0 changes
Portsmouth to Isle of Wight Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 13:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:40 | Arrival Time 13:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 16:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 06:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 00:44 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 01:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 19:03 | Arrival Time 19:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:03 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 00:30 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 11:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:33 | Arrival Time 11:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 10:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 09:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:20 | Arrival Time 16:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 18:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:45 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:20 | Arrival Time 07:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 09:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 14:03 | Arrival Time 14:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 07:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:33 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:03 | Arrival Time 08:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival Time 15:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 10:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:20 | Arrival Time 10:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:40 | Arrival Time 15:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:33 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:03 | Arrival Time 17:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 16:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 21:15 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:20 | Arrival Time 18:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 19:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 12:03 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:40 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:50 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 07:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:33 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 20:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 14:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 23:15 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 22:45 | Arrival Time 23:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 23:10 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 08:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 20:20 | Arrival Time 20:42 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 15:03 | Arrival Time 15:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 09:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 05:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 12:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 14:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:06 | Arrival Time 07:40 | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:20 | Arrival Time 20:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 17:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:15 | Arrival Time 05:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 18:03 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:33 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:03 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 11:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 11:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:23 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 11:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 14:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:40 | Arrival Time 19:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 20:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 03:00 | Arrival Time 03:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 13:03 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 08:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:03 | Arrival Time 09:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 16:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival Time 14:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 22:15 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 15:33 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 15:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 22:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:03 | Arrival Time 16:40 | Duration 0h37 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 08:40 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferries for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wightlink | 12:00 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 12:45 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 12:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 12:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 12:40 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 13:25 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 13:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 13:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 13:20 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 14:05 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 14:00 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 14:45 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 14:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 14:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 14:40 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 15:25 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 15:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 15:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 15:20 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 16:05 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 16:00 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 16:45 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 16:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 16:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 16:40 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 17:25 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 17:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 17:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 17:20 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 18:05 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 18:00 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 18:45 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 18:15 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 18:37 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 19:20 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 20:05 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 19:20 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 19:42 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 20:00 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 20:45 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 20:20 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 20:42 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 21:45 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 22:07 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 22:15 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 23:00 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 22:45 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 23:07 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 23:59 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0h45 | 0:44 Fishbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:20 Portsmouth | 0h45 | 7:05 Isle of Wight | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:20 Portsmouth | 0h45 | 8:05 Isle of Wight | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Ferries from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight run on average 45 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 45 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest ferry covers the 10 nautical miles (19 km) distance in 45m. There are 164 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.
Price information
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Distance 10 nautical miles (19 km) |
Average sailing duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 45 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 164 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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 Isle of WightYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Isle of Wight with Wightlink, Hovertravel for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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
Hovertravel frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Each passenger is allowed one suitcase and one carry-on bag, with each individual bag not exceeding 30kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be subject to an excess luggage fee at Hovertravel's discretion.
Luggage storage
Hovertravel does not provide left luggage facilities at their terminals.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds are permitted, and there is a 100% cancellation charge for tickets.
Refund
If the hovercraft does not arrive at all, pre-booked and pre-paid passengers will receive a full refund.
Pregnant on board
Hovertravel does not specify restrictions for pregnant passengers, but it is advisable to check with the ferry company.
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 7 to 12 years are permitted to travel as unaccompanied minors.
Amenities on board the ferry
Seat reservation
A £5.00 administration fee is payable for each change to the time/date of your journey.
Accessibility
Hovertravel offers accessible travel with wide corridors, spacious terminals, allocated seating, and ramps for wheelchair access onto the craft.
Bikes
Bikes are carried subject to space availability on a first-come, first-served basis, with no extra charge, but may not be booked on certain peak services.
Pets
Dogs and other pets are allowed on board and must sit on the floor or be transported in a pet carrier, or be restrained by a harness/collar and lead.
Wightlink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£23
Wightlink frequency
38 a day
Complete guide to Isle of Wight
Things to do in Isle of Wight
Discover the best of Isle of Wight — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Isle of Wight trip today.
- Recommended
Classic Boat Museum
An engaging maritime museum in Cowes covering yacht racing, boatbuilding and the island's strong seafaring heritage.
- Recommended
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
A working heritage site and museum preserving narrow-gauge railway history, with vintage rolling stock and a recreated station.
- Must visit
The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down
A celebrated headland walk with chalk stacks, sea cliffs and sweeping views from one of the island's best-known landscapes.
- Recommended
Shanklin Esplanade
A broad seafront promenade ideal for walking, with sandy beach views, a traditional pier and easy access to the town centre.
- Recommended
Shanklin Chine
A narrow wooded chine with streams, bridges and lush planting, linking Shanklin Old Village to the beach below.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Isle Of Wight Garlic
Garlic from the island’s famous garlic farm, used in chutneys, sauces and breads. It is a distinctive local produce item closely tied to Isle Of Wight food culture.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Isle Of Wight Tomatoes
Sweet, richly flavoured tomatoes grown in the island’s sunny climate. They are a local staple, prized for strong flavour and served in salads, soups and tarts.
Crab Sandwich
Fresh crab landed around the island, often served simply in sandwiches or salads. It is a classic coastal speciality valued for its sweet, delicate meat.
The Crab and Lobster Tap
Well-known Brading venue serving seafood and British dishes in a smart, comfortable setting with a long-established local reputation.
The Royal Hotel Restaurant
Refined dining room in Ventnor focused on seasonal island produce and carefully prepared modern British cooking.
The King's Head
Popular waterfront pub and restaurant in Yarmouth known for local seafood, good beers and a relaxed harbour atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside break: stays and ferry travel can raise costs, while casual dining and buses are fairly typical for southern England.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
FAQs: Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Portsmouth to Isle of Wight is £25; 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 Isle of Wight is 45m to travel the 19 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 Isle of Wight leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight leaves at 23:10.
Yes, there are 45 direct ferries a day from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight with Wightlink, Hovertravel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight, you can count on Wightlink, Hovertravel for the best way to get you to Isle of Wight. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Portsmouth and Isle of Wight and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Isle of Wight from Portsmouth is worth doing with a journey time of 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight is December.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Portsmouth and Isle of Wight.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Isle of Wight
Most Portsmouth to Isle of Wight ferries use the Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde port pair, with some services arriving at Fishbourne. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Isle of Wight ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Portsmouth
Arrival ports in Isle of Wight
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.
FishbourneFishbourne - Portsmouth, Isle of Wight PO33 4EU, UK
Fishbourne port facilities and services
Fishbourne has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishbourne: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
West CowesCowes PO31 7AR, UK
West Cowes port facilities and services
West Cowes has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Cowes: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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