How do I get to Southampton port?

Southampton port is served by both the national rail and national coach networks in the city. There is also a local airport only 5 miles from Southampton cruise terminals.

By Car

The port is well connected by major roads and has dedicated and well-signposted routes to the port.

Southampton Cruise Terminals information:

Queen Elizabeth II (Berth 38/39): Dock Gate 4, Southampton, SO14 3GG

Tel +44 (0)23 8033 2389

Ocean (Berth 46/47): Cunard Road, Southampton, SO14 3QN

Tel +44 (0)23 8033 0730, 

City (Berth 101): Western Docks, Southampton, SO15 1BS

Tel +44 (0)23 8071 0175

Mayflower (Berth 106): Dock Gate 10, Southampton, SO15 1HJ

Tel +44 (0)23 8033 0106

Horizon (Berth 102): West Bay Road, Southampton, SO15 1AW

Tel +44 (0)23 8048 8800

By Coach

There are often chartered services partnering with the cruise line, taking you directly from your local pick-up point to the cruise terminal so that you can enjoy a seamless experience. Further details of these services will be available via the cruise line’s website or your booking details on the cruise line’s website. 

Eavesway Travel

Serving P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, Cunard, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Fred Olsen. 

Tel: 01942 727985

Cruise Connect

Serving P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Cunard

Tel 0131 226 8511 or 0843 3742246

National Express

Southampton is served by the National Express network, with more details available on their website. Please note that travel on National Express will often involve a change at London Victoria. It is recommended that you take a taxi from the coach station to the ship.

By Train

The nearest train station is Southampton Central. The station is well served by taxis waiting to take you onward for the short 5-minute journey to the cruise terminal. Visit National Rail for train times.

By Air

For information about destinations to and from Southampton Airport, visit their website.

International flights are more likely to be at a London airport (Heathrow being 65 miles from Southampton) from where you may be able to connect using the National Express coaches (details above).