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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for 28 Aug
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Ferries per day
57
Distance
9 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ryde to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ryde to Portsmouth will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.
Fast ferries
Of the 57 ferries that leave Ryde for Portsmouth every day 45 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 9 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest ferries will take 22 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.
Wightlink13:400h45Fishbourne14:25Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)£241One-way0 changes- Wightlink21:000h45Fishbourne21:45Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)£241One-way0 changes
- Wightlink20:200h45Fishbourne21:05Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)£241One-way0 changes
- Wightlink19:400h45Fishbourne20:25Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)£241One-way0 changes
- Wightlink22:100h45Fishbourne22:55Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries)£241One-way0 changes
- Wightlink23:100h22Ryde23:32Portsmouth Harbour£251One-way0 changes
- Wightlink22:150h22Ryde22:37Portsmouth Harbour£251One-way0 changes
- Wightlink15:450h22Ryde16:07Portsmouth Harbour£251One-way0 changes
- Wightlink8:450h22Ryde9:07Portsmouth Harbour£251One-way0 changes
- Wightlink10:450h22Ryde11:07Portsmouth Harbour£251One-way0 changes
Ryde to Portsmouth Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 13:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:40 | Arrival Time 10:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:20 | Arrival Time 11:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival Time 13:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:20 | Arrival Time 15:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 13:16 | Arrival Time 14:07 | Duration 0h51 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:28 | Arrival Time 09:32 | Duration 1h04 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival Time 19:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 13:55 | Arrival Time 14:37 | Duration 0h42 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 08:32 | Arrival Time 09:07 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 15:55 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 01:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 23:10 | Arrival Time 23:32 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 20:20 | Arrival Time 21:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 10:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 05:40 | Arrival Time 06:02 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 16:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 06:47 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 14:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 07:45 | Arrival Time 08:02 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 14:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 08:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:40 | Arrival Time 18:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 12:32 | Arrival Time 13:07 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 18:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 16:52 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:45 | Arrival Time 18:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 23:05 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 09:12 | Arrival Time 10:07 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 19:15 | Arrival Time 19:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 09:16 | Arrival Time 10:07 | Duration 0h51 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 11:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 20:52 | Arrival Time 21:14 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:45 | Arrival Time 09:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 04:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 11:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 11:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:12 | Arrival Time 10:02 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 16:37 | Duration 0h42 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival Time 15:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 09:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival Time 08:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 11:16 | Arrival Time 12:07 | Duration 0h51 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:20 | Arrival Time 13:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:47 | Arrival Time 19:09 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 15:16 | Arrival Time 16:07 | Duration 0h51 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 19:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:20 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 18:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:45 | Arrival Time 18:02 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 10:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 07:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 07:45 | Arrival Time 08:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 09:51 | Arrival Time 10:32 | Duration 0h41 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 14:32 | Arrival Time 15:07 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:45 | Arrival Time 12:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 16:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 11:40 | Arrival Time 12:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 12:16 | Arrival Time 13:07 | Duration 0h51 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 16:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 10:32 | Arrival Time 11:07 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 15:40 | Arrival Time 16:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:47 | Arrival Time 20:09 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 22:15 | Arrival Time 22:37 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:02 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 20:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 10:28 | Arrival Time 11:07 | Duration 0h39 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 22:10 | Arrival Time 22:55 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 21:40 | Arrival Time 22:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 08:28 | Arrival Time 09:07 | Duration 0h39 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 20:15 | Arrival Time 20:25 | Duration 0h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 08:20 | Arrival Time 09:05 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 13:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Hovertravel | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:32 | Duration 0h17 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Wightlink | Departure Time 06:45 | Arrival Time 07:07 | Duration 0h22 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Ryde to Portsmouth ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ryde to Portsmouth 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 | 11:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 12:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 12:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 13:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
 SW099300+ G21615 | 12:32 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h35 | 13:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 12:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 13:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 13:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 13:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SW099400+G21618 | On time 13:16 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h51 | 14:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 13:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 14:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 13:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 14:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 14:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 15:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 14:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 15:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 15:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 15:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 15:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 16:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 15:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 16:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 16:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 17:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 16:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 17:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 17:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 17:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 17:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 18:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 17:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 18:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 18:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 19:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 18:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 19:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 19:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 19:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 19:47 Ryde | 0h22 | 20:09 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 20:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 21:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 20:52 Ryde | 0h22 | 21:14 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 21:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 21:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 22:15 Ryde | 0h22 | 22:37 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 23:05 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 23:50 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 23:10 Ryde | 0h22 | 23:32 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 August | |||||
| Wightlink | 1:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 1:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 4:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 4:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 5:40 Ryde | 0h22 | 6:02 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 6:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 6:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 7:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 7:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 8:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 7:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 8:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 8:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 9:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G21597+SW098900 | 8:28 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 0h39 | 9:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
G21597+ · | 8:28 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 1h04 | 9:32 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G21597+SW098900 | 8:32 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h35 | 9:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 8:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 9:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 9:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 9:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G21600+ · | 9:12 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 0h50 | 10:02 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| G21600+SW099000 | 9:12 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 0h55 | 10:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G21600+SW099000 | 9:16 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h51 | 10:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 9:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 10:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 9:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 10:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| G21603+ · | 9:51 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 0h41 | 10:32 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2 changes | |
| Wightlink | 10:20 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 11:05 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G21606+SW099100 | 10:28 Ryde St Johns Road (RYR) | 0h39 | 11:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| G21606+SW099100 | 10:32 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h35 | 11:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 10:45 Ryde | 0h22 | 11:07 Portsmouth Harbour | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wightlink | 11:00 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 11:45 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G21609+SW099200 | 11:16 Ryde Esplanade (RYD) | 0h51 | 12:07 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 1 change | |
| Wightlink | 11:40 Fishbourne | 0h45 | 12:25 Portsmouth Harbour (Wightlink Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth
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Ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth run on average 25 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 101 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 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Ferries per day 25 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 101 |
Fastest ferry 22m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 Ryde to PortsmouthYou can travel by ferry between Ryde to Portsmouth with Wightlink, Hovertravel for as low as £18. 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
22m
Cheapest Price
£18
Wightlink frequency
20 a day
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Things to do in Portsmouth
Discover the best of Portsmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portsmouth trip today.
- Recommended
HMS Alliance
This working museum ship reveals cramped Victorian submarine life and the engineering behind one of Britain’s earliest submarines.
- Recommended
Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery
Portsmouth’s city museum covers local history, football heritage and art, with exhibits spanning the city’s people and places.
- Must visit
Old Portsmouth
A historic waterfront district with cobbled lanes, pubs, sea walls and several key heritage sites within easy walking distance.
- Must visit
Southsea Seafront
A long pebble beach promenade with piers, gardens and open sea views, well suited to relaxed walks along the Southsea seafront.
- Recommended
Southsea Common
A broad common by the Solent, popular for walks, picnics and views of passing ships, the Isle of Wight and seafront landmarks.
- Vegetarian
Hampshire hog cake
A rich fruit cake packed with dried fruit, spice and treacle, long associated with Hampshire baking and often enjoyed at Christmas and local celebrations.
- Gluten-free
South Coast crab
Fresh crab landed on the South Coast, usually served simply in sandwiches, salads or dressed shells, prized for sweet meat and Portsmouth’s seaside setting.
- Gluten-free
Fisherman’s pie
A classic Portsmouth and Hampshire pub dish of smoked haddock, potato and onion in a creamy sauce, baked until golden and comforting in coastal weather.
The Fisherman's Kitchen
Popular Southsea spot for classic fish and chips and fresh seafood, with a casual atmosphere close to the seafront.
The Briny
Smart waterfront restaurant in Old Portsmouth serving modern British dishes with strong seafood options in an elegant, relaxed setting.
Still and West
Historic pub in Old Portsmouth known for traditional British cooking, cask ales and harbour views in a characterful setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in summer, but dining and local buses remain manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £12.50
To the city centre
Portsmouth International Port -> The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Bus single fares in Portsmouth are capped at £2.50 on city routes. First Bus contactless tap on/tap off is available on local First buses.
- For cross-operator travel, Portsmouth City Council's Pompey tickets work on First Solent and Stagecoach buses within the Portsmouth area.
FAQs: Ryde to Portsmouth ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ryde to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Ryde to Portsmouth can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ryde to Portsmouth is £24; 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 Ryde to Portsmouth is 22m 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 Ryde to Portsmouth leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth leaves at 23:10.
Yes, there are 16 direct ferries a day from Ryde to Portsmouth with Wightlink, Hovertravel, Hovertravel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Ryde to Portsmouth 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 Ryde to Portsmouth, you can count on Wightlink, Hovertravel, Hovertravel for the best way to get you to Portsmouth. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Ryde and Portsmouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Portsmouth from Ryde is worth doing with a journey time of 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth is November.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Ryde and Portsmouth.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Ryde and Portsmouth
Most Ryde to Portsmouth ferries use the Ryde to Portsmouth Harbour port pair, with some services arriving at Southsea. Use this guide to compare Ryde and Portsmouth ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Ryde
Arrival ports in Portsmouth
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.
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.
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.
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.
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