The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
39 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
9 km
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 £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Ryde every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 15 Nov the direct ferries cover the 9 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest ferries will take 50 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.






Live departures
Portsmouth to Ryde ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Ryde ferries for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:15 Portsmouth | 0h34 | 13:49 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
![]() | 08:15 Portsmouth | 0h50 | 09:05 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Portsmouth | 0h34 | 11:49 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde
Ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde run on average 4 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest ferry covers the 4 nautical miles (9 km) distance in 22m. There are 21 sailings per week.

Distance 4 nautical miles (9 km) |
Average sailing duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Fastest ferry 22m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:10 |
Ferry operators: Hovertravel from Portsmouth to RydeYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Ryde with Hovertravel for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.

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