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Check your latest airline or flight information before travelling. Gatwick operates North and South terminals, so verify that your particular departure uses North Terminal.
Business Class
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, Cadillac XTS, or similar.
- Fits up to 3 people
- Fits 2 carry-on bags, or 2 standard check-in, or 1 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
First Class
Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8, or similar
- Fits up to 3 people
- Fits 2 carry-on bags, or 2 standard check-in, or 1 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
Business Van / SUV
Mercedes V-Class, Chevy Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon Denali, or similar
- Fits up to 5 people
- Fits 12 carry-on bags, or 8 standard check-in, or 6 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
Prepare For Your North Terminal Flight
When a cruise finishes in Southampton and your next journey starts at Gatwick North Terminal, your transport needs to connect two independently timed parts of your itinerary.
Our Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick North Terminal service provides a pre-arranged private journey from your Southampton collection point towards the terminal specified for your flight.
Include your ship, expected pickup time and passenger details when booking. Your luggage requirements are equally important, particularly when several people are returning from a longer cruise.
Passengers flying later the same day should also provide their airline and flight information so the booking reflects their onward travel plans.
Coordinate Collection With Disembarkation
Cruise passengers usually leave their ship according to an organised disembarkation process. The vessel may therefore have reached Southampton well before you are actually ready to meet your driver.
Review the information supplied by your cruise operator and allow enough time to leave the ship, collect your cases and reach the appropriate landside collection point.
Live driver tracking provides additional visibility as your collection approaches, helping you follow your driver's progress once you are preparing to leave the port.
Customer support is available 24/7. Standard address collections include 30 minutes of waiting time, with the first 15 minutes free.
Balance Passengers With Cruise Cases
The right vehicle depends on more than the number of seats required. Cruise passengers may have several full-size suitcases, hand luggage, pushchairs or other bulky belongings.
Providing accurate baggage information in advance helps match your travelling party with an appropriate vehicle option.
Saloons and executive cars are available for smaller groups, while MPVs offer additional flexibility for families. Groups can also choose 8-seater or 16-seater minibuses, subject to the total luggage requirement.
Selected EV options are available, and child seats can be requested in advance for families arranging a Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick North Terminal transfer.
Complete Your Journey At North
Gatwick operates North and South terminals, and passengers should confirm which terminal their flight uses before travelling. Your latest airline or flight information should determine whether North Terminal is the correct destination.
This is particularly important when travelling directly from Southampton after a cruise. Your schedule needs to accommodate cruise disembarkation, baggage collection, the road journey and the time your airline requires you to be at the airport.
Check your departure information again before collection rather than assuming the terminal from a previous journey.
Your Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick North Terminal transfer then provides one private journey from the Southampton cruise collection point towards the correct Gatwick departure terminal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You should find answers to your questions here. If not, please chat with our operator by clicking the chat button.
When Should I Leave Southampton?
Plan backwards from the airport arrival time required by your airline while also allowing enough time to disembark and retrieve your cruise luggage.
What Cruise Details Do You Need?
Provide your ship, Southampton collection information, travel date and intended pickup time. These details help identify your planned port collection.
Why Should I Add Flight Information?
Your airline, flight number and departure time provide useful context when your North Terminal journey follows directly after your cruise.
What If My Ship Disembarks Slowly?
Contact customer support if your expected collection time may be affected. Changes are easier to manage when communicated as early as possible.
Can You Carry Multiple Suitcases?
Yes. Vehicle suitability depends on the number and size of your cases, so provide accurate luggage information when making your reservation.
Are Group Vehicles Available?
Yes. MPVs and minibuses are available, including options for parties of up to 16 passengers, subject to their luggage requirements.
Can We Pre-Book Child Seats?
Yes. Baby, toddler and booster seats can be requested before travel. Include each child's age when arranging the journey.
Will You Take Us To North Terminal?
Yes. Specify Gatwick North Terminal as the destination when booking so your transfer is arranged for North Terminal rather than Gatwick Airport generally.
Will The Fare Change With Demand?
No. Your pre-booked fare is calculated from the journey information provided and displayed upfront rather than increasing through demand-based surge pricing.
