Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Ferry

There are around 17 daily and 117 weekly sailings from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde. This ferry crossing is available with Wightlink. Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferries cost between $61.16 and $225.73, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The earliest Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry sailings typically depart Portsmouth Harbour at around 05:15. The last ferry usually departs at 22:45.

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The average duration of a Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry is around 22m. The fastest sailings are approximately 22m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Portsmouth Harbour Ryde Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 17 daily sailings and up to 117 weekly ferry sailings from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde. These sailings are provided by Wightlink. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry prices typically range between $61.16* and $225.73*. The average price is typically $151.0*. The cheapest Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry prices start from $36.61*. The average price for a foot passenger is $151.0*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde is approximately 5.8 miles (9.3km) or 5.0 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde with a car?

Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde.

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde with Wightlink. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

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

Pets are welcome on board Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferries with Wightlink. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

Portsmouth Harbour Guide

Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Port

Situated on the south coast of the UK, about two hours on the train from London, Portsmouth is one of the biggest cities in the south of England. The ferry routes departing the port head to France and Spain, ranging from 45 minutes to 11 hours.

What is there to do in Portsmouth Harbour?

Portsmouth is a city drenched in activity, yet much of the attraction lies in its harbour. HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and The National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth offer a fascinating look into the history of Portsmouth’s Naval fleet and its prominence in protecting the shores. There are tours of the harbour and the Naval fleet for fairly affordable prices, especially for anyone with a particular interest in history. The ships are the highlight of the harbour, yet the entire waterfront is drenched in unique infrastructure. A short walk up from the harbour and you’ll find one of the most famous shopping centres on the south coast; Gunwharf Quays is a large shopping complex filled with discount designer outlet stores as well as a cinema and bowling alley. Many tourists come to Portsmouth just to scour the aisles for bargains and peruse the shops for bespoke items at remarkably low prices. After a long day of shopping, head to one of the many fine quality restaurants dotted along the waterfront, with cuisine from across the globe being represented.

How do you get around Portsmouth Harbour?

The harbour is fairly small and can be covered entirely by foot. To access the harbour, many choose the ferry which comes from other areas around Portsmouth.

Ryde Guide

Ryde Ferry Port

With expansive stretches of sandy beaches, boutique gift-shops and a smorgasbord of seaside entertainment, the town of Ryde on the north-western coast of the Isle of Wight is the perfect destination for holidaymakers looking to relax in quintessentially English style. Known as the “Gateway to the Island” due to its links to the British mainland, Ryde is the island’s largest town and the natural hub for many of the events penned into the busy local calendar. The Ryde Carnival that takes place at the end of every August is a particular highlight; a 5-day extravaganza of live music and dancing mixed with interactive workshops and variety performers desperate to show off their skills. Those disembarking from the port in Ryde will first notice the 19th century pier that stretches into the waters of The Solent, a listed structure with its own train station built upon the timber-planked promenade. Although the ferry terminal itself is small – facilities limited to just a café, waiting room and toilet - it is supported by a vast range of transport links. The Island Line train to and from the Ryde Esplanade station, just minutes from the harbour, is the quickest way to traverse the eastern edge of the island, while a bus terminal at the end of the pier offers trips further afield. Those who prefer to drive can take the A3055 main road that leads into the centre of town, a route that links the port to the island’s Bembridge airport just half an hour away. Fast ferries hosted by Wightlink leave the port of Ryde to Portsmouth multiple times each day. It’s a short jaunt across the Solent, a narrow strait that separates the Isle of Wight from the British mainland, that can only be traversed by foot passengers.