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Cruising From Southampton: Ultimate Guide 2024

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Known as the cruise capital of Northern Europe, Southampton has five different cruise terminals and welcomes around 2.5 million passengers annually. First time cruisers along with more seasoned sailors can sometimes find this busy port confusing. In this bumper post I’ve put together your ultimate companion guide with everything you need to know about cruising from Southampton (Bookmark this post for future reference!).

I’ll cover the best travel options to get to your cruise terminal, the best places to stay in Southampton before your cruise, the best places park, along with what to do in and around Southampton if you have some extra time before or after your cruise.

Southampton is a turnaround port (where a port is both the start and end point of a cruise itinerary). It’s also a ‘home’ port for many cruise lines, so it can get quite busy on turnaround days (usually on a weekend) when thousands of passengers embark and debark their cruise ship. It can also get especially busy during the peak summer months.

SOUTHAMPTON CRUISE TERMINALS

What are the different cruise terminals in southampton.

The Port of Southampton has five cruise terminals:

The Mayflower, Horizon and City cruise terminals are located in what’s known as the Western Docks, on the banks of the River Test, while the Ocean and QEII cruise terminals are located in the Eastern Docks located at the confluence of the River Test and the River Itchen.

What Facilities are available at Southampton Cruise Terminals?

There are luggage drop-off areas at all of the cruise terminals where porters are be on-hand to help load your luggage. Remember to keep your hand luggage with passports, any tickets and medication with you. All the cruise terminals have vending machines and a Ceano’s cafe serving teas, coffee, chilled drinks, alcohol and hot and cold food. Complimentary magazines and visitor information are available.

Toilets are available in both arrivals and the departure lounge. Wheelchair assistance is also available. There is a taxi rank and short stay parking at each terminal. It’s worth knowing that none of the Southampton Cruise Terminal have an ATM (Cash machine), payphone or WiFi.

Which Cruise terminal will my ship sail from?

While some Cruise lines and ships will predominantly sail to and from of a particular cruise terminal, sometimes you’ll find that some cruise lines might operate out of multiple cruise terminals throughout the season which adds an extra level of complexity.

As a general rule of thumb, the following cruise lines usually depart from/return to the terminals below – but there have been known to be exceptions.

Due to scheduling arrangements at the port, sometimes your cruise ship might depart from one cruise terminal but return to a different one in Southampton. We’ve experienced this on a couple of occasions so it’s best to check this in advance before arranging or pre-booking your car parking or onward travel after your cruise.

My tip is to check the Southampton Port Cruise schedule or Cruise Mapper for the up-to-date schedules and planned movements. Always double check with your travel agent or the documentation sent by your cruise line. Sometimes a last-minute change in cruise terminal might occur and notifications are sent from your cruise line or travel agent via email or text.

TRAVELLING TO SOUTHAMTON PORT

There are several ways you can travel to Southampton Cruise Terminals.

How to get to Southampton Cruise terminals by air:

From Southampton airport: A Taxi between Southampton Airport and the cruise terminals is about £20 and takes around 20 minutes. Direct trains from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central station take around 8 minutes and run every 10-15 minutes the cost is £3.90 each way.

The nearest airport is Southampton International Airport, but most long-haul flights will arrive in Heathrow or Gatwick.

There is also a bus service which runs every 10-15 minutes between Southampton Airport and Town Quay and costs £2.70 each way and takes around 55 minutes. If you are taking the Bus or Train, you will also need to travel between Town Quay or Central station and your cruise terminal on via taxi or on foot.

From Heathrow Airport: A taxi between Heathrow Airport and Southampton cruise terminals will usually take around 90 minutes and costs around £180 each way.

There are no direct train services from Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central. Therefore, travelling from Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central by train will require a minimum of 2 changes (usually at London Paddington, Reading, or London Waterloo) and you may also need to navigate the London Underground (tube) which is not always advisable with heavy or bulky luggage.

The average journey time by train between Heathrow Airport and Southampton Central is 2 hours and 37 minutes. Tickets start at £32.30 when you book in advance Once you arrive at Southampton Central, you will also need to travel between Central station and your cruise terminal on via taxi or on foot.

A National Express Bus Service between Heathrow Airport and Southampton is available with no changes. This costs around £20 and takes around 2 hours. Once you arrive at Southampton coach station, you will need to travel the last part to your cruise terminal either by taxi or on foot.

Private transfers Between London Heathrow and Southampton are also available

From Gatwick Airport : A taxi will usually take around 90 minutes and costs around £180 each way. Private transfers Between Gatwick Airport and Southampton are also available

Trains run directly from Gatwick Airport to Southampton station every hour and the journey takes an average of 2 hours each way. Tickets for this journey start from £6 when you book in advance. Once you arrive at Southampton Central, you will also need to travel between Central station and your cruise terminal on via taxi or on foot.

A National Express Bus Service is available between Gatwick Airport and Southampton is available – but there is with one change at Heathrow Airport. Tickets are around £40 and the journey takes around 4 hours.

How to get to Southampton Cruise terminals by rail:

Southampton Central Station is the closest railway station to the Port of Southampton cruise terminals. Once you arrive at the station you will need to take a taxi to your cruise terminal. It is also possible to walk – see approximate walking times and distances below.

Fully licensed taxi ranks are available either side of the station, along with clearly designated areas for pre-booked taxis. Taxis can also be booked directly, or through your hotel.

Southampton Taxi Companies:

• Radio Taxis Tel: 02380 666 666
• West Quay Cars Tel: 02380 999 999
• Aero Taxis Tel: 02380 01 02 03
• Beeline Cars Tel: 02380 660 666
• Southampton Taxis Tel: 02382 182 183

The Journey between Southampton City centre, coach and rail stations is approximately 5 minutes and costs around £10.

How to get to Southampton Cruise terminals by coach:

National Express operate a regular service to Southampton’s central coach station from all over the UK. A taxi is recommended from the coach station to reach your cruise terminal, but if you’d prefer to walk, walking times are provided below (see ‘on foot’ section below). National Express Coaches Timetables and Tickets.

Alternatively, you can book coach travel through the official coach providers for many cruise companies. such as Eavesway and Intercruises . If your cruise fare includes complimentary coach travel, you will be given a voucher to book this via the coach providers website. Coach transfers booked with Eavesway and Intercruises are the only coach services which will drop off and pick up right next to the terminal buildings.

How to get to Southampton Cruise terminals by car:

The Port of Southampton is located within close distance of the UK motorway network via M27 and M3 motorways. All cruise terminals are located just off the A33. After leaving the motorway, the port and relevant cruise terminals are clearly signposted as you make your way into the city.

Each cruise terminal has disabled bays, as well as drop-off points and short stay Pay & Display car parking facilities – perfect if you have family or friends who are dropping you and waving you off or picking you up and welcoming you back from your cruise.

There are also plenty of long-stay parking options in Southampton – keep reading for more information.

Walking to Southampton Cruise terminals:

While you might arrive in Southampton by other means, you may wish to walk the last part of the journey on foot. Just remember that Southampton is not only a busy cruise port but also an industrial port. So it is always best to stick to the designated paths.

All 5 cruise terminals are within walking distance of Southampton City Centre.

CRUISE PARKING IN SOUTHAMPTON

If you are driving to Southampton, then you will need to find somewhere to park your car while on your cruise. There are plenty of cruise parking options in Southampton to choose from and the best one for you will usually depend on a number of factors such as, cost, location, security, and whether you require accessible parking or electric vehicle charging options.

Car parking for cruisers in Southampton fall into the following categories.

Official Port Parking – Usually closest to your cruise terminal and the most expensive. You might also have complimentary parking included in your cruise fare so it’s best to check when you book. Depending on the duration of your parking you may or may not need to leave your keys with the parking provider.

CPS offer official port parking services for Cunard, P&O and Princess cruises and ABParking offer official port parking for Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Fred.Olsen and MSC Cruises. Your cruise fare may include complimentary parking and if you, you will be provided with a voucher code to book on the relevant providers site.

Public Carparks – Centrally located in Southampton. These public carparks are just a short taxi ride to the cruise terminals – some are even within walking distance. These barrier-controlled carparks can sometimes be reserved in advance and will have a Park Mark and CCTV and are one of the cheaper options.

Some of the main barrier-controlled Car Parking in Southampton Include:

• Triangle Parking (closest to Ocean Terminal)
• West Quay Car Park (closest to City Terminal)
• Eastgate Street Multi-Storey Car Park
• NCP Southampton Portland Terrace
• Grosvenor Square MSCP Car Park
• Bedford Place Multi-Storey Car Park

Park & Ride Services – Slightly cheaper than the official port parking, but not the cheapest option. Usually located slightly further away from the port and include two-way coach transfers to the cruise terminals. They are also a great option if you don’t want to drive into Southampton which can get busy on embarkation/ disembarkation days – especially in the high season. Park and Ride services usually require you to hand your car keys over to the parking provider.

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Stay & Cruise Hotel Deals – Many of the hotels in and around Southampton offer Stay and Cruise Deals where your accommodation is combined with up to 15 days parking. These can be a great combination if you also need to stay in Southampton the night before your cruise. Most deals include breakfast and two-way transfers to your cruise terminal. Sometimes these deals can be cheaper than the standalone official port parking too, so it’s worth doing a price comparison. See below for Hotels which offer Stay & Cruise Deals with parking

Alternative parking – these can range from Private Driveways, gated parking, or Valet Parking Services. The cost, location, and security features will vary from provider to provider, and you may or may not need to leave your keys with the providers. You may also need to factor in a taxi to get you to and from the port.

SOUTHAMTON CRUISE HOTELS

One of my golden rules is never travel on the day of your cruise – especially if there are flights involved. Extending your stay in Southampton either before or after your cruise can make a more relaxing start or end to your holiday too which means you can also explore more of the area.

Where to stay in Southampton before your cruise

Where to stay depends on four main things – your budget, who you’re sailing with, how you’re getting to port and what terminal you’re departing from. Most hotels will get booked up very quickly in high season so as soon as you’ve booked your cruise, it’s best to start making reservations.

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SIGHTSEEING IN SOUTHAMPTON BEFORE YOUR CRUISE

If you have dropped your luggage off early and have a few hours free before you need to board your ship then this can be a great time to explore some of Southampton’s historic city centre. Or you might want to extend your stay in Southampton a little longer before or after your cruise. In both cases there is plenty to do and Southampton can act as a perfect base to explore the Hampshire, the South of England and London.

If you have a few hours : then head to West Quay for a bit of retail therapy or to pick up some last minute cruise essentials.

A great place to head for a coffee in Southampton is Mettricks which is conveniently located in West Quay Shopping Centre (there’s also one up near the Guildhall too). I highly recommend it over the retail chains as it’s a family-run, independent coffee house in Southampton serving speciality coffee which is roasted in the city. Opening in 2013, Mettricks was the first speciality coffee house of its type and is a fantastic stop off point for great coffee and a delicious and brunch while you wait to board your ship.

If you have a day to spare : then you can explore more of this Historic City. Southampton Split into quarters:

@sotonbloggers on Instagram has some great ideas and suggestion and is my go-to account for Southampton for new places to eat drink and discover while you’re in the city. There’s lots of ideas and info on this great account and definitely worth a follow.

If you’re planning to stay longer: before or after your cruise, these are also great options to explore:

• Isle of Wight
• New Forest and Burleigh
• Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
• Windsor Castle
• Hampton Court
• Marwell Zoo
• Paulton’s Park

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Our Southampton city map below clearly marks the docks with four separate cruise terminals, city centre hotels, transport hubs and local places of interest. It also provides the relative distances between these places.

The city of Southampton is around two hours from London and is a major cruise destination on the south coast of England. With its fair-share of hotels and strong transport links, Southampton provides a good base for local sightseeing. This includes Stonehenge and the cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury amongst others, as our tourist map below illustrates.

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SOUTHAMPTON MAP

Relative locations of cruise terminals, bus and train stations plus major hotels.

Southampton has a good public transport network, with regular direct links to London and other parts of the country.

SOUTHAMPTON HOTELS

The city of Southampton has a good choice of accommodation with all tastes and budgets covered.

Our Southampton hotels page compares a wide range of properties, many with convenient car parking facilities and all within a few minutes drive from the waterfront.

The city provides a great base to explore. Famous sites such as Stonehenge, the New Forest and Salisbury Cathedral are all very accessible. Our tourist map below includes these and other day trip options.

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SOUTHAMPTON CRUISE SHIP TERMINALS

Southampton's City, Ocean, Mayflower & Queen Elizabeth terminals

Southampton is one of the UK's busiest ports and has four cruise terminals. These are spread along a few miles of waterfront and are just a few minutes drive from the city centre, as depicted on our map above.

No public transport serves the terminals directly. Transport options for Southampton cruise customers are pre booked cruise transfers, pre booked car parking or using a local taxi.

Our Southampton cruise terminal page looks in detail at transfer options for cruise customers travelling from London, and cruise terminal car parking.

SOUTHAMPTON TRAIN AND COACH STATIONS

Our city map above shows the locations of the main Southampton railway station and coach station. These are conveniently located for shops and hotels. The cruise terminals are a short drive away.

The main railway station is called Central Station and serves trains to/from London along with other major cities. The coach station is used exclusively by National Express. Taxis operate close to these, providing onward journeys to the terminals for cruise customers.

We have a dedicated train and coach stations page which provides further details, along with information on booking train and coach tickets.

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SIGHTSEEING FROM SOUTHAMPTON

Southampton is very well placed for visiting some world class attractions as illustrated by our tourist map above.

These range from the neolithic monument of Stonehenge, impressive cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury, the military and naval history at Portsmouth and the landscape and pubs of the neighbouring New Forest.

We have a dedicated page providing more information on excursions from Southampton. These can all be easily reached either with your own car or booked as a private tour.

TRANSFER OPTIONS BETWEEN LONDON & SOUTHAMPTON

London is around 80 miles from Southampton and is a 2 hour journey. There are a range of transport options linking the cities.

How do I travel between London and Southampton?

Both private and public transport is available between Southampton and London. If speed and convenience are your priorities then private transfers are the best option. These are also surprisingly good value if there is a group of you. They provide a door to door pick up service from airport terminals and hotel receptions and can be tailored to include sightseeing along the way.

Public trains and coaches are also available but these journeys are slower and you must work to their timetables. You also need to get to/from the stations which may be some distance and so introduces extra cost and time to your journey.

Cruise customers travelling between Southampton and London can book shuttle transfers in smart, executive vehicles. These provide a transfer from your London or Heathrow hotel directly to your cruise terminal, whilst tour transfers offer a similar service but incorporate world class sightseeing along the way and are conducted in larger vehicles.

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City cruise terminal - berth 101.

Designed to accommodate the larger ships visiting the UK, Southampton's City Cruise Terminal is one of its' busiest.

Getting Here

By car, head towards the Western Docks. Follow the A33, West Quay Road. Look for signage for Dock Gate 10; City terminal is just through there.By train, the closest station is Southampton Central. Regular local and national services run here, with links to Southampton Airport Parkway (a 5 minute walk from the airport) running frequently. It’s just under 1 mile to walk from the station to the terminal, however it takes around 15-25 minutes. We suggest catching a taxi. There are dedicated ranks either side of the station, with journeys costing around about £5 - £7. Luggage shouldn’t cost any extra.Private hire taxis can be booked by calling WestQuay Cars on 023 8099 9999

For those arriving in Southampton, there is an arrivals lounge with comfortable seating. Open to the public, this offers the opportunity for friends and family coming to meet you to wait inside in relative comfort.

Facilities in the arrivals include standard and disabled access toilets, vending machines offering a limited range of drinks and snacks, as well as a magazine stand offering a range of complimentary magazines. Copies of Map & Guide to Southampton can also be found here – great for seeing what’s in walking distance as well as what’s on offer in the city.

Taxi ranks and coach bays can be found just outside the terminal as you exit. Pre-booking with a local firm can save waiting in long queues; we suggest using WestQuay Cars, as they have a large number of drivers with a variety of vehicle types depending on your needs. Enterprise Rent A Car operates a kiosk most days from the arrival lounge if you are looking to book a car last-minute.

Departures - A Quick Guide

Dropping off your Luggage

A dedicated drop-off area for luggage is available outside the terminal. Just swing by to drop your luggage off with porters before continuing on to park.

Where to Park

A short stay Pay & Display car park can be found opposite the main building, with disabled bays right next to the drop-off point. Passengers requiring use of disabled bays must notify ABP in advance, as demand for these can be high in peak season.

Just before you Check-In

As soon as your luggage is safely with porters (remembering to keep any hand luggage with you), head into the terminal. You will need to go through security before check-in, so make sure you’ve got your tickets and passport ready.

Upon clearing security, you will be able to check-in at one of 50 service desks. The number of desks available varies between cruise operators and ship sizes. Just remember to stick to the time your travel agent or cruise operator suggests, as it can get quite busy.

Departure Lounge

A range of facilities are available for your use while waiting to board.

• Plenty of comfortable seating
• A fully licensed bar serving hot and cold food and drink.
• A selection of complimentary magazines on a dedicated stand, with ranges changing through the year
• Adequate standard and disabled access toilets

Grabbing a bite to eat

Café Ceanos offer a range of refreshments in the departure lounge, with a good selection of food and drink available. Fresh tea and coffee are available for the early starts, and why not grab a hot bacon bap for just £3. Smaller snacks start at 95p, sandwiches £2.95 and beef burgers costing £3.25 are also available.For those wishing to start their holidays early alcoholic beverages are also available. With single spirits and beers ranging from £2.50 - £3.75, and champagne costing between £18.50 - £30 for a half or full bottle.

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There are a few things that you may need that unfortunately aren’t available at the terminal. These include

We suggest heading over to Harbour Parade or Harbour Park. An ATM can be found just outside Tesco Home Plus, as well as ATM’s, public phones and Wi-Fi available from West Quay Shopping Centre.

If you do accidentally misplace your wallet or luggage it is best to contact your Cruise line Operator. Below are the numbers you may need:

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• 0207 6368426

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• Main 0207 3706293

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City Cruise Terminal is one of Southampton Port's busiest terminals. The terminal is easily reached by car or public transportation.

If you're driving, take the A33 West Quay Road to the Western Docks. Look for Dock Gate 10 signage.

A short-term Pay & Display car park is located directly across from the main building, with disabled parking bays right next to the drop-off point.

The nearest train station is Southampton Central. There are regular local and national services, as well as frequent connections to Southampton Airport Parkway. The walk from the station to the terminal is just under a mile. There are dedicated taxi ranks on either side of the station, and journeys cost between £5 and £7.

City Cruise Terminal arrivals lounge has comfortable seating, this is open to the public and allows friends and family who are coming to meet you to wait inside the arrivals lounge. 

In the arrivals area, there are standard and disabled access toilets, vending machines with a limited selection of drinks and snacks, and a magazine stand with a selection of complimentary magazines. Copies of the Southampton Map and Guide can also be found here. 

Departures 

Outside the terminal, there is a designated luggage drop-off area. Simply stop by to leave your luggage with the porters before proceeding to the parking lot.

Head into the terminal as soon as your luggage is safely with porters (remember to keep any hand luggage with you). You must go through security before checking in, so have your tickets and passport ready.

After passing through security, you will be able to check in at one of 50 service desks. The number of available desks varies according to cruise line and ship size. Remember to stick to the time your travel agent or cruise line recommends, as it can get quite crowded.

Departure Lounge

While you wait to board, you can use a variety of facilities.

• There is plenty of comfortable seating.
• A fully licenced bar that serves hot and cold food and beverages.
• A dedicated stand with a selection of complimentary magazines, with ranges changing throughout the year.
• Toilets of adequate quality and accessibility for the disabled

Please note: There are no ATM machine and no payphones available in the terminal building.

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Ocean Cruise Terminal

Ocean Cruise Terminal, Berth 46/47, Eastern Docks, Southampton, SO14 3QN

Berth 46/47 is generally used by Carnival Corporation, which means that ships belonging to Cunard , Princess Cruises or P&O Cruises will normally be docked there.

Getting there:

Access to the terminal is via Dock Gate 4. Both Southampton Railway Station & coach station are just over 2 miles from the terminal building. Whilst you could walk to the port (approx 40-45 mins), it’s very busy around the docks, so we would recommend catching a taxi. There is a dedicated taxi rank outside the Arrivals Hall.

Southampton Airport is 5 miles away. You can get into Southampton from the airport either by taxi, or on the train.

Driving there yourself? You’ll arrive in Southampton via the M3 and M27, and there are clear signposts to the Docks. A short stay car park is available adjacent to the Ocean cruise terminal, which is pay and display. For long stay parking you’ll need to book through CPS valet parking service – and the car park for this is adjacent to the terminal building.

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Terminal telephone number: 02380 33 07 30.

A fully licensed bar and café (Ceanos) is available in the Departure Lounge, after check-in. Seating and toilets are available on both the ground and first floor.

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Any Baggage enquiries for P&O, Cunard, or Princess Cruises , please contact The Baggage Handling Company  02380 87 31 11 For lost property for P&O, Cunard, or Princess Cruises please contact  02380 65 64 26

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