Choose a collection time that allows for your ship to arrive, passengers to disembark and your luggage to be collected. Your cruise operator's disembarkation information should help you plan.
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
Continue Your Journey After Disembarking
Leaving a cruise ship involves a different schedule from an airport arrival. Passengers first need to disembark, complete the relevant port procedures and collect their luggage before they are ready to meet their driver.
Our Southampton Cruise Terminal to Heathrow Airport service provides private onward transport for passengers travelling from their cruise to a departing flight, airport hotel or other agreed Heathrow destination.
When booking, provide your ship details, expected collection time, passenger numbers and luggage requirements. If you are flying from Heathrow on the same day, include your flight and terminal information as well.
Planning these details before your cruise finishes helps coordinate the transition from ship to airport without arranging separate transport after disembarkation.
Schedule Pickup Around Your Ship
Cruise collection times should allow for the ship's arrival, disembarkation arrangements and baggage collection rather than relying only on the vessel's scheduled docking time.
Have your luggage ready and follow the collection information associated with your booking once you have completed the required disembarkation process.
For standard address collections, our waiting policy allows 30 minutes, with the first 15 minutes free. If your cruise operator changes the expected disembarkation arrangements, contact us as early as possible so the booking information can be reviewed.
Live driver tracking provides additional visibility around your collection, while 24/7 customer support is available if you need assistance with your journey.
Travel With Your Cruise Luggage
After a cruise, passengers may be travelling with several large suitcases, hand luggage, pushchairs and other belongings accumulated during their holiday.
Providing accurate baggage details is important because the appropriate vehicle depends on luggage volume as well as the number of passengers.
Options range from private saloons and executive vehicles to MPVs, 8-seater minibuses and 16-seater minibuses. Selected EV options are also available.
Families can request baby, toddler or booster seats in advance. For your Southampton Cruise Terminal to Heathrow Airport transfer, tell us each child's age when making your reservation.
Arrive At Your Heathrow Terminal
Your Heathrow destination matters because the airport currently operates four passenger terminals: Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5. Terminals 2 and 3 share the Central Terminal Area, while Terminals 4 and 5 occupy different parts of the airport.
Check your airline booking before travelling and provide the correct departure terminal when arranging your transfer. Heathrow also advises passengers driving to the airport to check their terminal before setting out.
If your flight departs on the same day your cruise reaches Southampton, allow enough time for disembarkation, baggage collection, the road journey, airline check-in, security and any other pre-departure requirements.
A planned Southampton Cruise Terminal to Heathrow Airport transfer takes you from your cruise collection point towards the Heathrow terminal recorded on your reservation in one private journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Include your ship, cruise terminal or collection location, travel date and expected pickup time. Accurate information helps identify where your driver needs to collect you.
Yes. Different vehicle sizes are available for families and groups. Passenger numbers and the amount of cruise luggage should both be provided when booking.
We can accommodate cruise luggage, but capacity varies between vehicles. Tell us how many large and small cases you have so an appropriate option can be considered.
Check your airline booking before travelling. Heathrow currently operates Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, and your airline or flight information should identify the appropriate departure terminal.
Yes. Heathrow Terminal 2 is one of the airport's four operating passenger terminals and is also known as the Queen's Terminal.
Yes. Terminal 5 transfers can be arranged. Heathrow identifies Terminal 5 as British Airways' main Heathrow hub.
Yes. Baby, toddler and booster seats can be requested before travel. Provide each child's age when arranging your booking.
Follow the check-in and arrival guidance supplied by your airline. When planning your cruise transfer, also allow sufficient time for disembarkation and the road journey before your required airport arrival time.
Yes. Your transfer price is calculated using the journey information supplied when booking and displayed upfront. We do not apply demand-based surge pricing simply because travel demand increases.