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How to get fromPortsmouth Harbour to Cowesby ferry or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Cowes by ferry or bus

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  1. Ferry, line 4 bus

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    1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry IOW Hovercraft
    2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Well Roadbus bus 4
    1h 25m
    £23–26

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus bus X5 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    2h 36m

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  • Distance: 13.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Portsmouth Harbour, England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Portsmouth Harbour to Cowes. However, you can walk to Southsea Hoverport, take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport, walk to Transport Interchange, then take the line 4 bus to Well Road. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via The Hard Interchange, WestQuay, and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 2h 36m.

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