Portsmouth Harbour – Ryde
Ferries to Isle of Wight
Portsmouth Harbour – Ryde
Ferries to Isle of Wight
There are usually 17 daily and 117 weekly sailings between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde. This ferry route is operated by
The earliest Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry sailings typically depart Portsmouth Harbour at around 05:15. The last ferry usually departs at 22:45.
Portsmouth Harbour Ryde Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 22m. The fastest sailings are approximately 22m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
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.
Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry prices typically range between 37.42 €* and 139.24 €*. The average price is typically 93.08 €*. The cheapest Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry prices start from 22.78 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 93.08 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde is approximately 5.8 miles (9.3km) or 5.0 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde 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.
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| Portsmouth Harbour - Ryde Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Wightlink | |
| Average Price | 93 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 17 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 117 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 22m | |
| First Ferry | 05:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 22:45 | |
| Distance | 5 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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 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.
