Get Instant Quote

Book Now — Booking Form
Detecting your location...
Get London Transfer Logo
Menu

COMPANY

BOROUGH

AIRPORT

CITIES

Early Morning Transfer to Southampton Cruise Terminal | London to Southampton Taxi | Get London Transfer
🚢 New Service — Southampton Cruise Transfers

Early Morning
London to
Southampton Cruise Terminal

Miss your cruise? Never again. Fixed-price taxi from any London postcode direct to Southampton’s cruise terminals — from 3am, no surcharges, every terminal covered.

✓ Available from 3am ✓ No early-hour surcharge ✓ All Southampton Terminals ✓ 10-Seater Minibus Available ✓ Fixed Fares
Book Your Cruise Transfer
⚓
🚢 Most cruise sailings depart 12:00–16:00 — but check-in typically closes 2–3 hours before. Leave London by 6am–9am to arrive with time to spare.
Check Availability
★ 4.9/5 from 1,200+ reviews
🚢 All Southampton cruise terminals
💷 Fixed fares — no surprises
🛡 TfL Licensed PCO Drivers
🌙 Available from 3am

London to Southampton Cruise Transfer

Why Miss Your Cruise When We Can Get You There?

Missing a cruise ship is not like missing a train — there is no next one in an hour. With embarkation cut-offs often 2–3 hours before sailing, arriving at Southampton on time is non-negotiable. Get London Transfer provides direct, fixed-price transfers from any London postcode or hotel to all four Southampton cruise terminals — with early morning availability from 3am and zero unsociable-hours surcharges. One vehicle, door to gangplank.

3AM
Available Before Dawn
Some sailings require terminal check-in from 7am. We’re available from 3am, getting you to Southampton before the queues build.
£0
Zero Surcharges
Your 4am fare is identical to your 10am fare for the same journey. No early morning premiums. Ever.
90
Minutes London → Southampton
Average transfer time from central London in clear early morning traffic. Arrive relaxed with time to check in.
10
Max Passengers per Vehicle
Our minibus takes up to 10 passengers plus all cruise luggage. One fare for the whole group — no per-person charges.

Southampton Cruise Terminals

All Four Southampton Cruise Terminals Covered

Southampton Port has four dedicated cruise terminals. Check your cruise booking confirmation for your terminal — our drivers know exactly where to drop off at each one.

QEII
Queen Elizabeth II Terminal
The largest terminal in Southampton. Serves Cunard (Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria), P&O Cruises, and Royal Caribbean.
OT
Ocean Terminal
Adjacent to QEII Terminal. Primarily used by P&O Cruises and Princess Cruises. Good luggage drop-off access.
CT
City Cruise Terminal
West Quay Road terminal serving Celebrity Cruises, MSC Cruises, and others. Drop-off directly at the terminal entrance.
MT
Mayflower Cruise Terminal
Western Docks terminal. Serves Fred. Olsen, Saga, and various smaller cruise lines. Our drivers know the access routes.

Transfer Timing Guide

When to Leave London for Your Southampton Cruise

Embarkation check-in typically closes 2–3 hours before sailing. Use this guide to plan your departure — all timings assume a standard London journey with early-morning traffic.

09:00 sailing
Check-in Closes
~07:00am
Arrive Terminal By
06:30am
Leave London
04:30 – 05:00am
12:00 sailing
Check-in Closes
~10:00am
Arrive Terminal By
09:30am
Leave London
07:30 – 08:00am
14:00 sailing
Check-in Closes
~12:00pm
Arrive Terminal By
11:30am
Leave London
09:30 – 10:00am
16:00 sailing
Check-in Closes
~14:00pm
Arrive Terminal By
13:30pm
Leave London
11:30am – 12:00pm

⚠ Always verify your exact check-in and departure times with your cruise line. Times above are illustrative.

Fixed Transfer Fares

London to Southampton Cruise Terminal — Prices

All fares are fixed at booking. The same fare applies day and night, with no early-morning surcharge.

FromVehicleFrom
Central London (Westminster, Mayfair, City, Victoria)Saloon£85
Central London — Large GroupMinibus (up to 10)£130
West London (Ealing, Hammersmith, Chiswick, Richmond)Saloon£75
North London (Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield)Saloon£95
South London (Brixton, Wimbledon, Croydon, Clapham)Saloon£90
East London (Canary Wharf, Stratford, Ilford)Saloon£100
Surrey (Kingston, Guildford, Woking, Epsom)Saloon£70
Hertfordshire (Watford, St Albans, Hertford)Saloon£105
Heathrow Airport → SouthamptonSaloon / MPV£80
Gatwick Airport → SouthamptonSaloon / MPV£65

✓ All fares fixed at booking  ·  ✓ No surcharges  ·  ✓ Luggage assistance included  ·  ✓ Enter postcode for exact quote

Vehicle Options

The Right Vehicle for Your Cruise Party

🚗
Saloon
1–3 passengers · 2–3 large cases
From £75
🚙
Estate
1–4 passengers · 4–5 large cases
From £85
🚐
MPV / 7-Seat
Up to 5 passengers · all luggage
From £100
🚌
8-Seater
Up to 8 passengers + luggage
From £115
🚌
10-Seater Minibus
Up to 10 passengers · cruise groups
From £130

Cruise Travel Tips

What to Know Before Your Southampton Transfer

📦 Luggage Drop vs. Cabin Luggage
At embarkation you’ll hand large cases to porters who deliver them to your cabin. Keep valuables, documents, and medication in hand luggage you carry onboard yourself. Our drivers will help unload everything at the terminal kerbside.
🛂 Have Documents Ready
Have your cruise booking confirmation, passport, and any required health or visa documentation in your hand luggage, not in hold baggage. Southampton check-in can move quickly and you don’t want to be digging through suitcases.
🅿️ Don’t Pay to Park
Southampton long-stay cruise parking can cost £12–£22 per day — £84–£154 for a 7-night cruise. A return taxi is often significantly cheaper and removes all parking logistics. Use the fare calculator on our booking page.
⏰ Check-In Opens Early
Most cruise terminals open check-in from 10:00–11:00am but priority boarding for suites/loyalty tiers may be earlier. Verify with your cruise line — arriving at opening time is usually much faster than arriving at peak midday.
🔄 Return Transfer
Book your return Southampton-to-London transfer at the same time. Disembarkation typically finishes 08:00–10:00am. Pre-booking means a driver is waiting for you — no taxi queues after a long voyage.
🛳 Arrive via Heathrow/Gatwick?
Flying in the day before? We offer direct airport-to-Southampton cruise terminal transfers from Heathrow and Gatwick, eliminating the need to travel into London at all. Ask about our airport-to-port service.

Customer Reviews

Cruise Passengers — What They Say

★★★★★
Booked the 10-seater minibus from Islington for a group of nine of us on a P&O cruise. Driver helped with all twelve cases, arrived on time at 6am, and had us at the Ocean Terminal by 7:50am. Absolutely stress-free start to our holiday. We’ll never drive down again.
Linda & Family
Islington → Ocean Terminal, Southampton
★★★★★
Had a 7am check-in at the QEII Terminal for a Cunard sailing. Booked a 5am pickup from Wimbledon. Driver was there at 4:55am — calm, professional, absolutely no fuss. We were at Southampton by 6:45am. Fixed fare, no surprises. Brilliant.
Richard & Sandra T.
Wimbledon → QEII Terminal · 5am pickup
★★★★★
Used Get London Transfer for both directions — drop off before our Caribbean cruise and collection on return at 8am. Both transfers were perfect. Having a pre-booked car waiting after two weeks at sea is genuinely wonderful. Cannot recommend enough.
The Ashworth Family
Canary Wharf → Southampton (return)

Book or Enquire

Ready to book your cruise transfer? Use our online form for an instant fixed quote, or contact us directly — we’re available 24/7.

📞
📱
Mobile / WhatsApp
+44 7427 249103
✉️
📍
Office
Diamond House, 179–181 Lower Richmond Road, Richmond, London TW9 4LN
Book Online — Instant Confirmation

FAQs

Southampton Cruise Transfer — FAQs

Can you transfer me from London to Southampton on the same day my cruise sails?
Yes. We recommend booking in advance to secure your vehicle, but same-day bookings are available subject to availability. For early morning sailings, book at least 48 hours ahead to guarantee your slot.
What time should I book my pickup for a midday Southampton sailing?
For a 12:00 sailing, cruise check-in typically closes at 10:00am. We recommend arriving at the terminal by 09:30am, which means leaving Central London by 07:30am. Your driver will advise based on your exact postcode and sailing time.
Can I book a return transfer from Southampton when I get back?
Yes — we provide both embarkation transfers (London to Southampton) and disembarkation transfers (Southampton to London). Book both at the same time for best availability. Disembarkation transfers typically leave Southampton between 08:00–11:00am.
We have a lot of cruise luggage — is that a problem?
Not at all. Our estate, MPV, 8-seater, and 10-seater vehicles are ideal for cruise passengers with multiple large cases. Simply enter your passenger and luggage count when booking and we’ll match you to the right vehicle.
Can you collect us from Heathrow or Gatwick and take us directly to Southampton?
Yes — airport-to-cruise terminal is a service we specialise in. We offer direct transfers from Heathrow and Gatwick to all Southampton terminals, eliminating the need to travel into London first.
Is there a fee for the early morning pickup?
No. Our fares are fixed 24/7. Whether you leave at 4am or 10am, the fare for the same journey is identical.

Get London Transfer

Don’t Miss Your Cruise — Book Now

Fixed fare. All Southampton terminals. From 3am. No surcharges. Professional licensed driver. Instant confirmation.

Book Online 📞 +44 20 8888 9988

Get in Touch With Us for Exceptional Travel Services

From airport transfers to corporate travel or luxury chauffeur service — Get London Transfer is here for you. Call or email us for bookings or enquiries. Let us make your next journey in London smooth and stress-free.

Our Address

179-181 Lower Richmond Rd, London TW9 4LN

Phone Number

+44 (0)20 8888 9988

Email Address

info@getlondontransfer.com

Open Hours

24 X 7 Include. Xmas box, NY, NYE

Your Feedback is Valuable to Us

Filename Review 04
Filename Review 01
Filename Review 02
Filename Review 03

Company

Documents

Location

AREAS WE COVER

We accept all major payment methods for your convenience.

Filename Payment Icon
Badge Of Public Liability Insurance,Tfl License