Ferries from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde can peak at up to 18 daily sailings, Sailing frequency typically peaks in the summer months, with approximately 111 departures offered each week. While schedules may be reduced from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde in other seasons, ferry services are often still available.

Ferry travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde on average typically takes 25m. The earliest ferry typically leaves from Portsmouth Harbour at 05:15, arriving to Ryde at 05:37. The latest ferry departs at 07:15 and arrives at 07:37.