Trip to the Isle of Wight (Ryde) with Barnes Coaches

A coach day trip to the Isle of Wight via hovercraft, travelling from Southsea to Ryde with time to explore the seaside town.

This day trip travels by coach to Southsea to catch the Hovertravel hovercraft to Ryde on the Isle of Wight. The hovercraft crossing takes approximately 10 minutes and lands close to the shore.

Ryde is the island’s largest town and is often known as the “Gateway to the Island”, offering sandy beaches, boutique shops, museums, galleries and seafront attractions along the esplanade.

Date: Wed 17 Feb 2027

Expected schedule (approx.):
Arrival: 11:00
Depart: 17:30
Back in Central Swindon: 19:30

Price includes:

• Return coach travel to/from Southsea
• Return hovercraft to/from Southsea/Ryde