What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde is to ferry which costs £17 - £26 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde is to ferry via Southsea Hoverport which takes 34 min and costs £21 - £23.

Is there a direct ferry between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Southsea Hoverport and arriving at Ryde Hoverport. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde without a car is to ferry via Southsea Hoverport which takes 34 min and costs £21 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde?

The ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverport takes 10 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where can I stay near Ryde?

There are 2523+ hotels available in Ryde.

Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde by ferry or bus

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Ferry via Southsea Hoverport
best
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
34 min
£21–23
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminalferry Ryde FastCat
53 min
£18–25
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Hovertravel Stopbus H1
2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
48 min
£23–26

Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde by foot, ferry, and train

172Weekly Services

53 minAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Hovertravel operates a ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverport hourly. Tickets cost £21–23 and the journey takes 10 min.

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