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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 08 May

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$31

Fastest journey

22 m

Average duration

22 m

Ferries per day

28

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 $31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $27.

Fast ferries

Of the 28 ferries that leave Ryde for Portsmouth every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, 08 May 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.

  • WightlinkWightlink
    11:10 PM0h22
    Ryde
    11:32 PMPortsmouth Harbour
    $271One-way
    0 changes
  • WightlinkWightlink
    4:45 PM0h22
    Ryde
    5:07 PMPortsmouth Harbour
    $271One-way
    0 changes
  • WightlinkWightlink
    10:45 AM0h22
    Ryde
    11:07 AMPortsmouth Harbour
    $271One-way
    0 changes
  • WightlinkWightlink
    12:45 PM0h22
    Ryde
    1:07 PMPortsmouth Harbour
    $271One-way
    0 changes
  • WightlinkWightlink
    11:45 AM0h22
    Ryde
    12:07 PMPortsmouth Harbour
    $271One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and coach for Ryde to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ryde to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $25, and a coach costs an average of $32.

Distance: 4 nautical miles (9 km)

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Ferry
Coach

$27

Average Price

Cheapest

$32

Average Price

1h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Ryde to Portsmouth Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
08:32AM
Arrival Time
09:07AM
Duration
0h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
06:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
03:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
12:32PM
Arrival Time
01:07PM
Duration
0h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
12:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
07:07AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
10:28AM
Arrival Time
11:07AM
Duration
0h39
Sailing Days
Mon, Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
01:16PM
Arrival Time
02:07PM
Duration
0h51
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
09:12AM
Arrival Time
10:07AM
Duration
0h55
Sailing Days
Mon, Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
08:28AM
Arrival Time
09:07AM
Duration
0h39
Sailing Days
Mon, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
10:45AM
Arrival Time
11:07AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
04:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
07:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
11:16AM
Arrival Time
12:07PM
Duration
0h51
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
10:15PM
Arrival Time
10:37PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
07:47PM
Arrival Time
08:09PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
09:16AM
Arrival Time
10:07AM
Duration
0h51
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
08:45AM
Arrival Time
09:07AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
01:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
11:12AM
Arrival Time
12:07PM
Duration
0h55
Sailing Days
Mon, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
06:02AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
10:07AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
01:45PM
Arrival Time
02:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
04:45PM
Arrival Time
05:07PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
11:32PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
08:07AM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
South Western Railway
Departure Time
10:32AM
Arrival Time
11:07AM
Duration
0h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator
Wightlink
Departure Time
08:52PM
Arrival Time
09:14PM
Duration
0h22
Sailing Days
Fri

Live departures

Ryde to Portsmouth ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Ryde to Portsmouth ferries for today, Thursday, 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
wightlink7:47 PM Ryde
0h22
8:09 PM Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Friday, 8 May
wightlinkWightlink5:40 AM Ryde
0h22
6:02 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
wightlinkWightlink6:45 AM Ryde
0h22
7:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
wightlinkWightlink7:45 AM Ryde
0h22
8:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
island_lineG21597+south_west_trainsSW0989008:28 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR)
0h39
9:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
island_lineG21597+south_west_trainsSW0989008:32 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD)
0h35
9:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
wightlinkWightlink8:45 AM Ryde
0h22
9:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
island_lineG21600+south_west_trainsSW0990009:12 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR)
0h55
10:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
island_lineG21600+south_west_trainsSW0990009:16 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD)
0h51
10:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
wightlinkWightlink9:45 AM Ryde
0h22
10:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
island_lineG21606+south_west_trainsSW09910010:28 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR)
0h39
11:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
island_lineG21606+south_west_trainsSW09910010:32 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD)
0h35
11:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
wightlinkWightlink10:45 AM Ryde
0h22
11:07 AM Portsmouth Harbour0 changesdirect
island_lineG21609+south_west_trainsSW09920011:12 AM Ryde St Johns Road (RYR)
0h55
12:07 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change
island_lineG21609+south_west_trainsSW09920011:16 AM Ryde Esplanade (RYD)
0h51
12:07 PM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)1 change

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14 May

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth

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Ferries from Ryde to Portsmouth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.

There are 4 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 41 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
Official Omio partners on this route
Wightlink
Hovertravel
Distance
4 nautical miles (9 km)
Average sailing duration
23m
Cheapest ticket price
$25
Ferries per day
10
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
41
Fastest ferry
22m
First ferry
12:05 AM
Last ferry
11:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
7 days
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 $25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Wightlink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
$25

Hovertravel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10m
Cheapest Price
$20
Hovertravel frequency
16 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Ryde to Portsmouth can start from as little as $25 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ryde to Portsmouth is $27; 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 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Ryde to Portsmouth leaves at 11:10 pm.
Yes, there are 4 direct ferries a day from Ryde to Portsmouth with 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 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ryde and Portsmouth including taking a ferry and coach.

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