Taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal, Southampton
Fixed-fare taxi from Heathrow Airport straight to QEII Cruise Terminal at Berths 38 & 39, Southampton, from £153 — QEII Cruise Terminal, named after the original Queen Elizabeth 2, spans...
Taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal, Southampton
Fixed-fare taxi from Heathrow Airport straight to QEII Cruise Terminal at Berths 38 & 39, Southampton, from £153 — QEII Cruise Terminal, named after the original Queen Elizabeth 2, spans two berths on the Eastern Docks. We meet you inside arrivals, track your flight and deliver you to QEII Cruise Terminal's Dock Gate 4 with time to check in for your sailing.
QEII Cruise Terminal takes its name from the original Queen Elizabeth 2 liner and spans two berths — 38 and 39 — on the Eastern Docks, entered through Dock Gate 4, the same access road as Ocean Terminal nearby. It is often used by Royal Caribbean and by some Cunard sailings, though terminals are allocated per sailing and can change.
From Heathrow it's the familiar 70-mile M3/M25 route, and once in Southampton we approach via Dock Gate 4 on the Eastern Docks rather than the Western Docks route used for City, Mayflower and Horizon. We confirm your ship is sailing from QEII before travel day, so your driver goes straight to the right terminal.
Fixed fares (from)
- Economy Saloon — up to 4 passengers, 2 large cases + 2 small bags: £153
- Comfort Saloon — up to 4 passengers, 3 large cases + 2 small bags: £156
- Executive — up to 4 passengers, 2 large cases + 2 small bags: £183
- MPV — up to 7 passengers, 5 large cases + 2 small bags: £223
- 8-Seater Minibus — up to 8 passengers, 8 large cases + 8 small bags: £273
- Luxury Chauffeur — up to 3 passengers, 3 large cases + 2 small bags: £228
The terminal named after Southampton's most famous liner
QEII Cruise Terminal takes its name from the Queen Elizabeth 2, the Cunard liner that sailed from Southampton from 1969 until 2008 and became as much a symbol of the port as any building in it. The terminal sits on the Eastern Docks at Berths 38 and 39, and it is often used by Royal Caribbean and by some Cunard sailings, although terminals are allocated per sailing and can change.
The drive from Heathrow is the standard M3/M25 route, about 70 miles and 75 minutes, and once in Southampton we approach via Dock Gate 4 on the Eastern Docks, the same gate as neighbouring Ocean Terminal and a different route from the Western Docks gates used for City, Mayflower and Horizon. We confirm your terminal from your ship and sailing date before travel day, so your driver goes straight to the QEII Terminal building.
What's actually different about QEII Cruise Terminal
Four things specific to Berths 38 & 39 worth knowing before you travel.
- Named after the QE2 The terminal honours the Queen Elizabeth 2, one of the most famous ships ever to sail from Southampton, in service from 1969 to 2008.
- Royal Caribbean and Cunard Often used by Royal Caribbean and by some Cunard sailings. Check your cruise documents, because terminals can change between sailings.
- Dock Gate 4, Eastern Docks Shared with Ocean Terminal nearby, and a different approach road from the Western Docks route used for City, Mayflower and Horizon terminals.
- We check your terminal before you travel Give us your ship and sailing date and we confirm it is the QEII Terminal, so the drop-off is right first time.
Taxi vs train vs coach to QEII Cruise Terminal
Honest comparison for two adults with cruise luggage flying into Heathrow to join a ship at QEII Terminal.
| Option | Door to door | Typical cost (2 adults) | What to expect at QEII specifically |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampshire Taxi (fixed fare) | 75–90 min | £153 total | Met in arrivals and dropped at the QEII Terminal porters' point through Dock Gate 4, with your cases unloaded for the porters |
| Train + station taxi | 2–2½ hrs | £70–£120 plus onward taxi | Southampton Central is on the western side of the city, so the Eastern Docks are a further taxi across town with your cases |
| Coach + taxi | About 1½–2 hrs plus the last leg | £35–£50 plus onward taxi | Direct National Express coach to Southampton Coach Station, then a taxi to the Eastern Docks |
Coach and rail fares change often; check National Express and National Rail for your date. Our fare is fixed when you book and already includes Heathrow's pickup charge and free meet & greet.
Check the terminal name, not just the port
Southampton has five cruise terminals on two dock systems, and the Eastern Docks (Ocean and QEII) are on the opposite side of the city from the Western Docks (City, Mayflower and Horizon). A driver sent to the wrong side loses you time on embarkation day.
The terminal name is on your cruise e-ticket and luggage tags. Give it to us, or your ship and sailing date, and we confirm it before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
- Why is it called QEII Cruise Terminal?
- It's named after the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), the Cunard liner that sailed from Southampton for decades. The terminal spans two berths, 38 and 39, on the Eastern Docks.
- How much is a taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal?
- A fixed-fare taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal starts at £153 for an economy saloon, Heathrow pickup charge included.
- Which cruise lines use the QEII Terminal?
- It is often used by Royal Caribbean and by some Cunard sailings, but terminals are allocated per sailing and can change. Tell us your ship and sailing date and we confirm the terminal before travel day.
- Is QEII Terminal on the Eastern or Western Docks?
- Eastern Docks, entered through Dock Gate 4 — the same access road as Ocean Cruise Terminal nearby, and a different approach from the Western Docks route used for City, Mayflower and Horizon terminals.
- How long does a taxi from Heathrow to QEII Cruise Terminal take?
- Around 75 minutes for the 70-mile M3/M25 journey in normal traffic, the same as any Heathrow to Southampton transfer.
- Why is it called QEII Cruise Terminal?
- It's named after the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), the Cunard ocean liner that sailed from Southampton from 1969 until 2008 and remains one of the most famous ships in the port's history.
- Does QEII Terminal have one berth or two?
- It is listed at Berths 38 and 39 on the Eastern Docks. Passengers use the one terminal building, so all you need to tell us is the terminal name, or your ship and sailing date.
- Is QEII Terminal on the Eastern or Western Docks?
- Eastern Docks, entered through Dock Gate 4, the same access road as Ocean Cruise Terminal nearby, and different from the Western Docks route used for City, Mayflower and Horizon terminals.
- How much is a taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal?
- A fixed-fare taxi from Heathrow Airport to QEII Cruise Terminal starts at £153 for an economy saloon, including Heathrow's pickup charge and free meet & greet.
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