The cheapest and fastest trains from Ryde to Shanklin
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ryde to Shanklin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ryde to Shanklin will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ryde for Shanklin on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Ryde to Shanklin train times
The table below shows live departures for Ryde to Shanklin trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:06 AM Ryde | 0h25 | 11:31 AM Shanklin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:29 PM Ryde | 0h25 | 12:54 PM Shanklin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ryde to Shanklin
Trains from Ryde to Shanklin run on average 10 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 25m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 22:33 |
Train companies: Island Line from Ryde to Shanklin trainsIsland Line trains will get you between Ryde and Shanklin from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ryde to Shanklin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ryde to Shanklin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shanklin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Ryde Pier Head, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Shanklin, located 0.6 miles (983 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ryde to Shanklin
- Opening hours: Monday 05:25 - 19:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 17:15 Sunday 07:30 - 18:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free access category A There is step-free access to the platform via a short (3.3m) ramp (1:13 gradient)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: no
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus station (located next to Ryde Esplanade railway station).
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 06:15 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access category A Station consists of single platform which has direct level access from ferry terminal. Access to external areas (car parks, etc.) is via ramps (10m long, up to 1:10 gradient)
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform. Ferry Terminal Covered. Operated by WightLink Ltd
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event that SWR services are replaced by road transport, a minibus service will operate between Ryde Esplanade and Ryde Pier Head. The transport will depart from the station front at Ryde Esplanade and the station car park at Ryde Pier Head.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free access category B3. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. There is step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Ryde Pier Head and ferry to Portsmouth). Access to Platforms 2 and 3 (towards Shanklin) is via footbridge only (29 steps each side)
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Ryde Taxis - 01983 811111
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Separate male and female toilets are located on Platform 2 in the station building. Toilets are open Monday to Friday - 08:00 - 16:00.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting area is the lobby to the ladies' toilets in the station building. Area is not heated. Seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Ryde Esplanade and Ryde Pier Head - Bus Stop on St Johns Road, opposite the Railway pub Towards Sandown and Shanklin - Bus Stop on Monkton Street near Jubilee Place
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access category B2 Short ramp from heritage railway at approx gradient on 1:15 Please note that this station is provided for Steam Railway interchange only - there is no outside road access to this station. Alighting from Island Line trains is level but a ramp maybe required for Steam Railway passengers. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:45 - 15:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access category A Level access to platform via Booking Hall or side gate
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets located in the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of station
