Southampton has several cruise terminals, and the one you use is assigned by your cruise line rather than chosen by you. This guide explains the main terminals and why you should always confirm which one applies to your sailing.
The main Southampton cruise terminals
Southampton's cruise terminals commonly include:
- City Cruise Terminal
- Horizon Cruise Terminal
- Mayflower Cruise Terminal
- Ocean Cruise Terminal
- QEII Cruise Terminal
Terminal facilities and layouts differ, but for a private transfer the key point is that your driver collects you from, or drops you at, the correct terminal forecourt.
Checking cruise documents
Your terminal is shown on your cruise documentation. Check your boarding pass, cruise line app or booking confirmation before you travel, because the terminal can change. If you are unsure, contact your cruise line to confirm.
Providing the ship name
When you book a transfer, provide your ship name and sailing date. We use this to confirm the correct terminal as part of your booking. The terminal can vary by ship and sailing, so the ship name is the most reliable reference.
Terminal assignments can change
Cruise lines occasionally reassign terminals — for example, due to operational changes or weather. This is outside a transfer company's control. Always re-check your terminal close to sailing day and let us know if it changes so we can update your booking.
Collection and drop-off
For embarkation, you are dropped at the correct terminal close to check-in. For disembarkation, your driver collects you from the correct terminal once you have left the ship. See our embarkation day checklist and disembarkation collection guide.
Request your Southampton cruise port transfer for a fixed quote, or request a quote directly with your journey details.
Key takeaways
- Southampton has several cruise terminals, including City, Horizon, Mayflower, Ocean and QEII
- Your terminal is assigned by the cruise line, not chosen by you
- Terminal assignments can change, so re-check close to sailing day
- Provide your ship name when booking so we confirm the correct terminal
- Always check your cruise documents for the terminal
