The route
About 80 miles by road, usually 1 h 40 min to 2 h 30 min. Drivers normally use the M3 and M25.
Central London is slow on weekday afternoons. For a ship departure, set the pickup earlier than the journey time alone.
London · Southampton cruise terminals
London to Southampton transfer
London is a common night before or after a Southampton cruise. The car takes the luggage from the terminal to the hotel without a train change.
About this route
London to Southampton by private car
Pickup in London
Any address in the area, for example:
- London Victoria and other main stations
- West End and Westminster hotels
- Homes in any London borough
Drop-off at the ship
Choose the terminal on your ticket. The driver drops you there. Set the pickup time from the journey time plus the boarding time.
FAQ
London to Southampton: questions and answers
How much is a transfer for London to Southampton?
The price depends on the cruise terminal and the exact address in London. Enter both in the form and the fare is worked out before you send the booking. It is for the whole car. Dover cruise transfers to Gatwick are on dovertogatwicktaxi.com, and Dover to Heathrow is on rideconnectuk.com.
How long does London to Southampton take by car?
The road journey is about 80 miles and usually takes 1 h 40 min to 2 h 30 min, mostly on the M3 and M25. A ship day can add time at the terminal gate.
What time should we leave for the ship?
Take the journey time of 1 h 40 min to 2 h 30 min, add the boarding time on your ticket, and a margin for the terminal gate. Set that as the pickup time.
Which Southampton terminals are covered?
Mayflower, Horizon, City, Ocean and QEII. They are not all in the same dock, so choose the terminal on the ticket rather than the cruise line's usual berth.
We have cruise luggage. Is a saloon enough?
Choose the number of large bags in the form. An MPV has more room. For a bigger group, call or WhatsApp dispatch and we will price it with you.
How can I pay?
Cash to the driver, bank transfer, or card online when the route has a price. You choose in the second step.
Can I book the return to the ship?
Yes. Tick "Add the return journey", or use the Southampton to London page.
Across England
More Southampton routes
Other places with their own Southampton cruise transfer page.
AirportsSouthampton to HeathrowSouthampton cruise terminal to Heathrow, or from Heathrow to the ship.About 70 miles · 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 minGet a fare
AirportsSouthampton to GatwickSouthampton cruise terminal to Gatwick North or South, or the other way to the ship.About 100 miles · 1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 minGet a fare
InlandSouthampton to OxfordSouthampton cruise terminal to Oxford, or from Oxford to the ship.About 80 miles · 1 h 30 min to 2 hGet a fare
WestSouthampton to BathA private car between the Southampton cruise terminals and Bath.About 70 miles · 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 minGet a fare
WestSouthampton to BristolSouthampton cruise terminal to Bristol, or from Bristol to the ship.About 75 miles · 1 h 20 min to 2 hGet a fare
MidlandsSouthampton to BirminghamA longer private transfer between Southampton cruise terminals and Birmingham.About 140 miles · 2 h 30 min to 3 h 15 minGet a fare
Booking for a group or an unusual address?
Call or message dispatch and we will price it with you.