Ryde – Southsea

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Ryde – Southsea

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Ferry from Ryde to Southsea

Hovertravel provides the ferry from Ryde to Southsea. Ryde Southsea ferries cost between £33 and £137, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Ryde Southsea ferries.

Ryde Southsea Ferry Times

The first Ryde Southsea ferry typically departs from Ryde at around 06:30. The last ferry usually departs at 19:15.

How long is the ferry from Ryde to Southsea?

The Ryde Southsea ferry trip can take around 10 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ryde Southsea Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 105 weekly sailings from Ryde to Southsea provided by Hovertravel. Timetables can change from season to season.

Ryde Southsea Ferry Prices

Ryde Southsea ferry prices typically range between £33* and £137*. The average price is typically £71*. The cheapest Ryde Southsea ferry prices start from £33*. The average price for a foot passenger is £71*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Ryde to Southsea?

The distance between Ryde to Southsea is approximately 5.7 miles (9.2km) or 5 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Ryde Southsea ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Ryde and Southsea.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ryde to Southsea?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Hovertravel ferries between Ryde and Southsea.

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

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Ryde to Southsea.

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Ryde - Southsea Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Hovertravel
Average Price £59*
Average Daily Sailings 17
Average Weekly Sailings 112
Average Sailing Duration 10m
First Ferry 06:15
Last Ferry 20:15
Distance 4 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Ryde to Southsea Ferry Most Popular Questions

Ryde Guide

The town of Ryde is located on the north east coast of the Isle of Wight, which is an island located off the south coast of the English mainland. The towns of Upper Ryde and Lower Ryde grew during the 19th century but then merged. Ryde is known for its sandy beaches which are revealed at low tide, which make the town's pier necessary in order to accommodate the ferry service operating from the town. It is the fourth longest pier in the United Kingdom and is a listed structure. Clearly visible from the see are the two church spires of All Saints' and Holy Trinity churches. The spire of All Saints Church stands at 177 feet and the church was built in 1872 by George Gilbert Scott. Holy Trinity Church was completed in 1845 and was designed by Thomas Hellyer. There are only a few large open spaces in Ryde beyond the esplanade, but includes Appley Park, Puckpool Park, Vernon Square, Simon Street Recreation Ground, St. John's Park, Salter Road Recreation Ground and Oakfield Football Club.

From Ryde harbour their is a hovercraft service to Southsea and a catamaran service to Portsmouth Harbour which then connects with both Island Line trains and mainland trains to London Waterloo.


Southsea Guide

The Portsmouth suburb of Southsea lies on the south coast of England, on the shores of the English Channel, in the county of Hampshire. The town is popular with holidaying families to Portsmouth and has a long stretch of sandy beach, two piers and a good tourist information centre. The suburb has a lively reputation and has many bars, cafes, restaurants and clubs. There is also a theme park situated at the Clarence Pier. A major attraction located just off the coast are the four large forts built in the 1860's as part of an attempt to protect the city from the threat of foreign invasion. They were part of a wider range of defences which also included forts on the mainland around the city although they were never used.

There is a regular hovercraft service to Ryde on the Isle of Wight which runs from Southsea seafront. The crossing time is about 10 minutes.

Ryde to Southsea
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hovertravel 06:30 06:40 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 07:15 07:25 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 07:45 07:55 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hovertravel 08:15 08:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 09:15 09:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 10:15 10:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 11:15 11:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 12:15 12:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 13:15 13:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 14:15 14:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 15:05 15:15 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 15:15 15:25 10 minutes Mon, Sun
Hovertravel 15:40 15:50 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 16:15 16:25 10 minutes Everyday
Hovertravel 16:45 16:55 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 17:15 17:25 10 minutes Mon, Sun
Hovertravel 17:20 17:30 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 17:55 18:05 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Hovertravel 18:15 18:25 10 minutes Mon
Hovertravel 18:30 18:40 10 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hovertravel 19:15 19:25 10 minutes Mon

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