Cruise Port Transfers from London and Heathrow: Southampton, Dover and Tilbury
Most cruises from the UK leave from Southampton, Dover or Tilbury. Many passengers fly into Heathrow or Gatwick, or spend a few days in London first. A private transfer takes you and your luggage straight to the cruise terminal.
Fares
- Heathrow to Southampton cruise terminals: Economy Sedan from about £126, Standard Van about £214 – around 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Gatwick to Southampton: from about £163.
- Heathrow to Dover cruise terminal: from about £183, around 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Heathrow to Tilbury (London International Cruise Terminal): from about £130.
Exact prices for your terminal and vehicle are on the booking form.
Luggage
Cruise travellers often have more luggage than usual. An Economy Sedan takes 3 suitcases; for two couples with large cases, a Standard Van (4 suitcases) or First Class Van (5 suitcases) is better.
Timing
Check your boarding window with the cruise line. Allow for traffic on the M3, M25 or M20, and do not book a flight that lands too close to embarkation – the ship will not wait. On disembarkation day, ships usually arrive early in the morning; leave plenty of time before a flight home.
Which terminal?
Southampton has several cruise terminals. Give us the ship’s name and terminal so the driver goes straight to the right one.
Meeting at the airport
We track your flight; the driver waits in arrivals with your name, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free.
Routes
See Heathrow to Southampton, Gatwick to Southampton and Gatwick to Dover.
Before the cruise in London
Spending a few days in London first? We collect you from your hotel on embarkation morning. From central London, allow about two hours to Southampton and about two hours to Dover in normal traffic.
Paying
You pay online by card when you book; the confirmation email is your receipt and there is nothing to pay the driver. If your plans change, contact us before the pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Heathrow to Southampton cruise terminal?
From about £126 in an Economy Sedan.
How long does it take?
About 1 hour 25 minutes in normal traffic.
Which vehicle for lots of luggage?
A Standard or First Class Van.
Can you collect us when the ship returns?
Yes, book the pickup from the terminal.
Do I need to tell you the ship?
Yes, and the terminal if you know it.
