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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Ferries per day
2
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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Ryde every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 13 Feb the direct ferries cover the 9 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest ferries will take 34 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and coach for Portsmouth to Ryde
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Ryde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 4 nautical miles (9 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portsmouth to Ryde Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 11:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 10:09 | Duration 0h59 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 13:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 14:05 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 12:05 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 06:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 22:45 | Arrival Time 23:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 08:49 | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 20:20 | Arrival Time 20:42 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:10 | Arrival Time 11:32 | Duration 1h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 08:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:10 | Arrival Time 09:32 | Duration 1h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 10:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 16:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 14:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 10:49 | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:49 | Duration 0h34 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:20 | Arrival Time 19:42 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 18:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:15 | Arrival Time 05:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 10:05 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 22:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 09:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 07:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Ryde ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Ryde ferries for today, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wightlink | 22:45 Portsmouth Harbour | 0h22 | 23:07 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 13 February | |||||
| 11:15 Portsmouth | 0h34 | 11:49 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:15 Portsmouth | 0h34 | 13:49 Ryde | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde
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Ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 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 22m. There are 47 sailings per week.
Distance 4 nautical miles (9 km) |
Average sailing duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 47 |
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 £18. 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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