Which dock at southampton

Whilst we make every effort to provide you with information that is as accurate as possible, the departure and arrival of cruise ships at ABP Southampton's cruise terminals can be affected by weather, air pressure, tidal times, technical problems and changes to itineraries by the cruise lines.

However, we cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage or delay as a result of relying on this information. You must check with your tour operator or cruise line before your arrival or departure which cruise terminal a cruise ship will be berthed at, and your boarding time. Cruise Ship Schedule The latest accurate information for the next 5 days can be obtained by visiting the Planned Movements page.

Ships expecting to depart from this busy Southampton cruise terminal in include the following:. The Mayflower Cruise Terminal opened in and was modernised in and It occupies Berth and is over a mile from hotels, railway and bus stations so you will need a taxi or local transport to the berth about a mile away. Entry is via Dock Gates 8, 10 and 20 with most traffic using Gate Cruisers can pick up hot and cold drinks, hot food, beer, wine, spirits, sandwiches and snacks from Ceanos Snack Bar which operates in the Departures Lounge when ships are in dock.

There is a seating area with toilets and a magazine stand. The Arrivals Lounge has seating, toilets, vending machines and a magazine stand when ships are docked.

There is short and long-term cruise parking close to the terminal. Your public transport will end at the railway or coach station in Southampton city centre and you will need to use a taxi or Uber to reach the cruise terminals about 2 miles away.

Follow the M3 southbound and follow signs merging onto M27 west. Exit at J3 and follow signs for Southampton Docks which will take you along the M and A33 first exit dual carriageway to the Dock Gates. On arrival at Southampton Docks, electronic signs list each cruise ship that is currently in port and which cruise terminal they are at.

Remember to pre-book cruise parking to get the best rates and be sure of a space when you arrive. These companies are either a short walk from the cruise terminals or offer a complimentary shuttle bus to take you and your luggage to and from the ship.

Long-haul flights arrive in Heathrow and Gatwick but they are 70 miles and 90 miles away respectively. You will need to arrange transport between the airport and Southampton cruise terminals. This can be arranged directly with your cruise line.

Trains run directly from Gatwick to Southampton station every hour but there is no rail link from Heathrow. This power system known in the trade as cold ironing allows cruise ships to plug into the power grid and operate all their onboard operations without having to run their diesel or gas turbine engines.

It is a much cleaner and more efficient system, significantly reducing pollution and improving the eco-friendly operations of each cruise ship. The busiest cruise terminal in Southampton Port is City Terminal. It has 50 service decks to check-in cruisers quickly and efficiently as part of the security and embarkation process.

This terminal is also equipped to handle some of the largest cruise ships visiting Southampton. Ocean Terminal is also busy, depending on which cruise ships are arriving and departing. Feel free to discuss this topic and all things cruise at our new boards. A place where readers can ask questions, help their fellow cruisers and general cruise discussions on cruise lines and ports. And if you like, feel free to cast your vote in the Cruise Ship Awards covering a range of categories, including best cruise ship and best cruise line.

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Public facilities within the cruise terminals are very basic, really just toilets. There is a short-term car park not free at each cruise terminal, used for collecting and dropping off, and large bays for coaches.

Long term cruise parking is available to Southampton cruise passengers from a choice of providers. Some of these car parks are very close to the terminals and others a little further away with a shuttle service in operation. All terminals have their own well marshalled taxi ranks. The four cruise terminals are managed by Southampton Port Authority. It is they who decide which cruise ship will use which terminal, not the cruise companies. Only one cruise ship can occupy a terminal and the same cruise company doesn't always use the same terminal.

Occasionally a fifth terminal is needed at Southampton, when this happens it's located between the City and Mayflower terminals. To check which cruise terminal your ship is scheduled to dock at you should refer to the official Southampton ports website.

This lists which vessel is in port each day and which cruise terminal they are booked into, along with their scheduled arrival and departure times. Knowing which terminal you are using can also assist with pre booking your Southampton long term cruise parking. The first passengers start boarding during the morning, when the last of the previous cruise might still be leaving. Embarkation normally closes for departing cruises between pm.

Do check directly with your company however, as there are exceptions to this. On disembarkation marshalling is well organised and touting for taxis or other services is illegal.

Only the fully licensed white Southampton taxis can solicit for business. Each terminal has their own taxi rank and these are orderly and well regulated.

Ocean cruise terminal is the most modern of the four terminals. It's located in the Eastern Docks which is close to the old town of Southampton. Entry into the docks is through Dock Gate 4 and the terminal is very close to the dock gate entrance.

Hotels located in the old part of town are most convenient for the Ocean cruise terminal. The closest is the Ennios Hotel, a boutique style property.

This and many others are listed on our Southampton hotels page which provides a comprehensive guide to all hotels in the city centre and close to the port. No public transport serves the Ocean cruise terminal. Local transport will bring you to the city centre and from there you must take a short taxi journey.

A range of convenient London to Southampton transfers are available to Southampton's Ocean cruise terminal from the capital and its airports. Or if travelling by car we can assist in booking your long term cruise terminal car parking.

The Queen Elizabeth cruise terminal is like the Ocean cruise terminal in the Eastern Docks, but far from the port gate opposite the old town of Southampton. Entry into the docks is through Dock Gate 4. The Queen Elizabeth cruise terminal is the furthest cruise terminal from Southampton's hotels and railway and coach stations.

Like the other terminals it has few facilities until you reach the departure or arrival lounges. The closest hotels to the Queen Elizabeth terminal are in the old part of town.

The most convenient is the boutique Ennios Hotel. No public transport serves the Queen Elizabeth cruise terminal. A range of convenient London to Southampton transfers are available to Southampton's Queen Elizabeth cruise terminal from the capital and its airports. It is the closest terminal to Southampton's coach and railway stations, and is the the only terminal within possible walking distance of these.

Although only a handful of passengers would attempt this minute walk with luggage. The Ibis and Novotel are opposite dock gate 10 and the Holiday Inn by dock gate 8.

You could walk to these if you are reasonably fit and not travelling with heavy luggage. We have a comprehensive guide to all hotels in the city centre and close to the port on our Southampton hotels page.