Portsmouth Harbour – Ryde

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Portsmouth Harbour – Ryde

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Ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde

The Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde is approximately 22 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde cost around $54 and $166, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde.

Ferry times from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde

Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry sailings typycally depart from Portsmouth Harbour at around 05:15. The last ferry leaves at 22:45.

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry trip can take around 22 minutes. The fastest Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde ferry is around 22 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Portsmouth Harbour Ryde Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 204 weekly sailings from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde serviced by Wightlink & Hovertravel. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde

Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry prices typically range between $54* and $166*. The average price is typically $107*. The cheapest ferries from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde start from $54*. The average price for a foot passenger is $107*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated June 25

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde is approximately 6 miles (9km) or 5 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry?

Yes, Wightlink allow cars on board ferries between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

Foot passengers can travel on the Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde ferry with Wightlink & Hovertravel.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

Pets can travel on ferries from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde with Wightlink. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Portsmouth Harbour - Ryde Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryEngland
Destination CountryIsle of Wight
No. of Operators2
OperatorsWightlink & Hovertravel
Average Price$107
Average Daily Sailings30
Average Weekly Sailings204
Average Sailing Duration22 m
Fastest Sailing Duration22 m
First Ferry05:15
Last Ferry22:45
Distance5 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.

Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Ferry Most Popular Questions

Portsmouth Harbour Guide

The English city of Portsmouth is located on the south coast of England, in the county of Hampshire. It is the UK's only island city and is situated around 100 km to the south west of London and 30 km to the east of Southampton. The city's long history is inextricably linked to the sea. It is home to the oldest dry dock in the world still in use and also to famous ships such as HMS Victory, Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship, the Mary Rose and HMS Warrior. The city is also home to the Royal Marine Commandoes and to a naval base.

The city's port is one of the best connected ports in the United Kingdom, serving nine different destinations. To the south of the Naval Base, you will find the Isle of Wight (Ryde) Passenger Ferry Terminal. The Continental Ferry Terminal is served by ferry services to Le Havre in France and Bilbao in Spain. There are also daily crossings to Cherbourg, Caen and St Malo in France, St Helier in Jersey, St Peter Port in Guernsey and to Ryde on the Isle of Wight.


Ryde Guide

Ryde is the largest town on the Isle of Wight and is often referred to as the "Gateway to the island" due to its prominent position along the shores of the island and its hovercraft and passenger ferry links to the English mainland. Visitors to the town enjoy its lovely sandy beaches which stretch the length of the town, its boutique shops, museums and galleries. As the island's largest town it comes as no surprise to learn that it is also the venue for some of the island's largest annual events. For example, every August bank holiday thousands of scooter enthusiasts descend upon the town for the Isle of Wight Scooter Rally, and just a few weeks later the town's esplanade can be seen draped in classic cars for the International Classic Car Show. Ryde is also home to one of the United Kingdom's oldest carnivals which usually takes place at the end of the summer and forms the end of the Isle of Wight carnival season which travels all over the island. Ryde’s collection of late night bars and clubs also tend to make it one of the most popular spots for nightlife.

Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 6/30/2025 and 7/6/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Wightlink 05:15 05:37 22 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Wightlink 06:15 06:37 22 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 06:23 07:00 37 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 06:48 07:40 52 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 07:06 07:40 34 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Wightlink 07:15 07:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 07:33 08:10 37 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hovertravel 08:03 08:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 08:15 08:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 09:03 09:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 09:15 09:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 10:03 10:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 10:15 10:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 11:03 11:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 11:15 11:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 12:03 12:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 12:15 12:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 13:03 13:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 13:15 13:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 14:03 14:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 14:15 14:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 15:03 15:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 15:15 15:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 15:33 16:10 37 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 16:03 16:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 16:15 16:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 16:33 17:10 37 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 17:03 17:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 17:15 17:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 17:33 18:10 37 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 18:03 18:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 18:15 18:37 22 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 19:03 19:40 37 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 19:20 19:42 22 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 20:20 20:42 22 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 21:45 22:07 22 minutes Everyday
Wightlink 22:45 23:07 22 minutes Everyday

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