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How to get from Portsmouth to Ryde by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Portsmouth to Ryde ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Portsmouth to Ryde can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Portsmouth to Ryde ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Wightlink or Hovertravel. This way you can find the best price for a Portsmouth Ryde ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Wightlink or Hovertravel ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Portsmouth to Ryde simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Portsmouth to Ryde Ferry Information

Port of departure
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Port of arrival
Ryde
United Kingdom
Isle of Wight
Distance
7 mi
Ferry Companies
Wightlink, Hovertravel
Frequency of crossings
24 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
20 min
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Ferry Portsmouth Ryde: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde, you'll find tickets ranging from $27 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $29 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Portsmouth-Ryde route is $29. The average ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Ryde is 10 min. The slowest ferries will take 10 min to reach Ryde, while the fastest boats will reach Ryde in 10 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Portsmouth at 07:30. The last ferry to Ryde leaves Portsmouth at 09:00.

Average price of a Portsmouth Ryde ferry crossing
$29
Price range for Portsmouth Ryde ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$27 - $29
Average crossing time Portsmouth Ryde
10 min
Departure time of first ferry to Ryde
07:30
Departure time of last ferry to Ryde
09:00
Arrival time first ferry to Ryde
07:40
Arrival time of last ferry to Ryde
09:10

Why take a ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Portsmouth to Ryde ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Ryde. Here are 3 reasons why we think Portsmouth to Ryde ferry is an ideal way to travel.

For the comfort of a cabin
Even if the reservation of a cabin during the Portsmouth-Ryde crossing is optional, it is an undeniable comfort to enjoy. Equipped with bunks, private bathrooms and sometimes even portholes or balconies, the cabins are just like real hotel rooms. If their use is more obvious during a night crossing, it is perfectly possible to book one during the day.
Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
If we compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to go from Portsmouth to Ryde. But, it is not always pleasant to stay tied to your seat for long hours. On the other hand, during the Portsmouth Ryde crossing on the Hovertravel or Wightlink ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, have fun or rest. You will never have so much freedom and entertainment during a flight!
To get some sea air
It has been proven that sea air has many health benefits. In Portsmouth, as soon as you leave the port, take a walk on the deck of the Wightlink or Hovertravel boat and enjoy the sea spray and the invigorating sea air enriched with oxygen: a real thalasso cure and very effective for ventilating the lungs! A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your vacation in Ryde full of energy.

Which companies operate between Portsmouth and Ryde?

If you're looking to travel between Portsmouth and Ryde by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Wightlink or Hovertravel who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Wightlink Portsmouth Ryde
Wightlink
Wightlink is a ferry company based on the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom that offers crossings between the Isle of Wight and the mainland. On Vivanoda, you can compare Portsmouth-Ryde fares and book a Wightlink ticket between Portsmouth and Ryde. Wightlink operates 24 crossings a day to Ryde from Portsmouth and the journey time is 20 min. More information about Wightlink
20 min
24 crossings a day
Hovertravel Portsmouth Ryde
Hovertravel
Hovertravel operates ferry services between United Kingdom, including ferry connections between the ports of Portsmouth and Ryde. On Vivanoda, you can compare Portsmouth-Ryde fares and book a Hovertravel ticket between Portsmouth and Ryde. More information about Hovertravel

Where do the ferries leave from in Portsmouth? Where do the boats arrive in Ryde?

Port of departure in Portsmouth

Wightlink or Hovertravel ferries depart for Ryde from the following ports in Portsmouth:

Portsmouth Harbour
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Port of arrival in Ryde

Hovertravel or Wightlink ships arrive in Ryde from the following ports:

Ryde Pier Head Terminal
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Ryde
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde, it will take you at least 20 min to cover the 7 mi between Portsmouth and Ryde.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Portsmouth and Ryde in winter) and the ferry company (Wightlink and Hovertravel). There are currently 24 crossings a day between Portsmouth and Ryde.

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Portsmouth and Ryde: Wightlink and Hovertravel.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Wightlink, Hovertravel.

During your crossing between Portsmouth and Ryde, you will travel 7 mi.

To go by boat from Portsmouth to Ryde, you can find prices ranging from $27 for the lowest, to $29 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $29.

The first ferry leaves Portsmouth at 07:30 for Ryde.

The last ferry to Ryde from Portsmouth usually departs at 09:00.

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