Hovertravel
Hovertravel is the world's oldest commercial hovercraft operator, and provides the fastest ferry service across the Solent, with sailings taking just under 10 minutes!
The service takes you directly onto the shore at Ryde or Southsea terminal with access to large carparks and great travel connections, and the hovercraft have a capacity of up to 130 passengers and a top speed of over 45 knots. For greater access to the Southsea terminal, there is a `Hoverbus' service from various locations in Portsmouth, including the Portsmouth Harbour and train station.