The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
9 km
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ryde for Portsmouth every day 1 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 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 35 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
Ryde to Portsmouth ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ryde to Portsmouth ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:32 Ryde | 0h35 | 12:07 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth
Ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 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 12 sailings per week.

Distance 4 nautical miles (9 km) |
Average sailing duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 22m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:10 |
Ferry operators: Hovertravel from Ryde to PortsmouthYou can travel by ferry between Ryde to Portsmouth with Hovertravel for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.

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