P&O Cruises Southampton TaxiMayflower & Ocean Terminal Specialists

P&O Cruises at the Port of Southampton

P&O Cruises is Britain's biggest cruise line — and Southampton is their home port. More P&O passengers pass through the Port of Southampton than any other cruise line. With a fleet ranging from the intimate Aurora to the colossal Iona, P&O uses two different terminals in the Western Docks depending on the ship.

Knowing which terminal you need before you travel is essential. The Western Docks are a large area and Mayflower Terminal and Ocean Terminal, while adjacent, have separate entrances. Our drivers know both terminals and will get you to the right one, on time.

P&O Ships and Their Southampton Terminals

Always verify terminal from your P&O e-ticket — assignments can change.

Iona and Arvia: Ocean Terminal Transfers

Iona and Arvia are among the largest cruise ships in the world, each carrying over 5,200 passengers. On turnaround Saturdays at Ocean Terminal, the scale of passenger movement is enormous — over 10,000 people boarding and disembarking across two ships simultaneously. This is exactly why a pre-booked private transfer makes such a difference. No parking stress, no shuttle queues, no wondering if you'll make your check-in window.

Britannia, Aurora, Arcadia: Mayflower Terminal

P&O's other ships use Mayflower Terminal, accessed via the A33 Western Approach. Aurora and Arcadia are adult-only ships that attract a loyal clientele who expect a smooth, unhurried boarding experience. We ensure you arrive at exactly the right time for your check-in window.

P&O Timed Check-in System

P&O's timed check-in windows are strictly enforced — particularly at Ocean Terminal due to the volume of Iona and Arvia passengers. Your e-ticket shows your allocated window. Arriving significantly early means waiting outside. We build your pickup time around your specific window so you walk in at exactly the right moment.

Luggage Handling for P&O Cruises

P&O passengers often travel with multiple large suitcases, especially on longer sailings. Tell us your passenger count and number of cases when booking and we'll allocate the right vehicle. Our drivers load and unload your luggage, and at both Mayflower and Ocean terminals, kerbside porters take cases from the vehicle to the baggage handling area — no dragging heavy bags across car parks.

Popular P&O Transfer Routes

• Western Docks terminals to/from Heathrow — from £125
• Western Docks terminals to/from Gatwick — from £155
• Western Docks terminals to/from London — from £180
• Local Southampton transfers — from £35