A ferry on the Portsmouth to Fishbourne route

Wightlink · 45m

Portsmouth to Fishbourne Ferry

Compare every Portsmouth to Fishbourne sailing. From £11.00 one way, up to 20 times a day, crossing in about 45m.

  • 45m crossing
  • 140 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Portsmouth to Fishbourne sailings on Saturday 31 October

14 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Star of Iberia
06:15Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
06:59Fishbourne
£14.58
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Only 10 spaces left at this price on the 06:15 sailing.

Star of Iberia
07:25Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
08:09Fishbourne
£18.48
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Star of Iberia
08:35Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
09:19Fishbourne
£18.63
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Star of Iberia
09:45Portsmouth
46m
Foot passenger
10:31Fishbourne
£17.62
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Star of Iberia
10:55Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
11:39Fishbourne
£16.93
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Star of Iberia
12:00Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
12:44Fishbourne
£16.79
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Star of Iberia
13:10Portsmouth
45m
Foot passenger
13:55Fishbourne
£17.83
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Only 4 spaces left at this price on the 13:10 sailing.

Star of Iberia
14:20Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
15:04Fishbourne
£17.51
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Star of Iberia
15:30Portsmouth
44m
Foot passenger
16:14Fishbourne
£15.82
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Star of Iberia
16:40Portsmouth
45m
Foot passenger
17:25Fishbourne
£17.92
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Star of Iberia
17:10Portsmouth
43m
Foot passenger
17:53Fishbourne
£18.72
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Star of Iberia
18:20Portsmouth
42m
⚡ Fastest
19:02Fishbourne
£17.82
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Star of Iberia
20:10Portsmouth
43m
Foot passenger
20:53Fishbourne
£15.20
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Star of Iberia
20:40Portsmouth
43m
★ Cheapest
21:23Fishbourne
£14.26
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About the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry

The Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry is operated by Wightlink, sailing up to 20 times a day with a typical crossing time of 45m. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £11.00 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry timetable

There are around 140 sailings a week on this route, up to 20 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Portsmouth and Fishbourne are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Portsmouth – Fishbourne Wightlink45m140 £11.00£178.00 Yes
Portsmouth – Caen Brittany Ferries6h 5m20 £24.00£328.00 Yes
Portsmouth – Santander NorthLink Ferries28h60 £66.03£318.13 Yes
Portsmouth – Bilbao Brittany Ferries32h29 £35.19£124.32 Yes
Portsmouth – St Malo Brittany Ferries11h5 £101.00£510.00 Yes
Portsmouth – Guernsey NorthLink Ferries10h 10m59 £64.60£307.40 Yes

How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

One-way fares start at £11.00. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £178.00. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Wightlink operates the Portsmouth – Fishbourne crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Portsmouth

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Portsmouth port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Fishbourne guide for the other end.

Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

The Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry takes approximately 45m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

One-way fares start from £11.00. The average booking on this route comes to around £178.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

Wightlink operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry run?

There are around 140 sailings a week on this route, which works out at up to 20 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Portsmouth to Fishbourne?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Portsmouth to Fishbourne ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.