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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin is to ferry and train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin is to ferry and train which takes 1h 21m and costs £21 - £35.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Shanklin is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin without a car is to ferry and train which takes 1h 21m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shanklin?

There are 2083+ hotels available in Shanklin.

Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin - 3 ways to travel via train, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin by ferry, train, or bus

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1. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminalferry Ryde FastCat
2. Take the train from Ryde Pier Head to Shanklintrain Ryde Pier Head - Shanklin
1h 21m
£22–35
Ferry, train via Southsea Hoverport
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the train from Ryde Esplanade to Shanklintrain Ryde Pier Head - Shanklin
1h 29m
£25–33
Ferry, line 3 bus
1. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry IOW Hovercraft
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Youth Centrebus 2 / ...
1h 44m
£26–31

Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin by foot, ferry, and train

165Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin. However, you can walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Shanklin via Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Ryde Esplanade in around 1h 29m.

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