Horizon Cruise Terminal Transfers — Southampton
Licensed private hire to and from Horizon Cruise Terminal (formerly QEII Terminal, Eastern Docks SO14 3GG). Cunard, MSC and overflow Princess embarkation transfers.
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Typical fares — central Southampton ↔ Horizon Cruise Terminal
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 2 cases | from £30.50 |
| Estate | Up to 4 | Up to 4 cases | from £33.50 |
| MPV (8-seater) | Up to 8 | Up to 6 cases | from £37.50 |
| Executive | Up to 4 | Up to 3 cases | from £40 |
All prices are indicative for a baseline weekday daytime journey. Night, weekend or out-of-area pickups may carry a small surcharge — your online quote is fixed once confirmed.
Why book your transfer with viaUNO Cars?
Transparent pricing
Online quote is the price you pay — no meter, no surge pricing. Covers tolls, parking and waiting time on airport pickups.
Real-time flight tracking
On airport runs we monitor your flight. Early or late, your driver adjusts at no extra cost.
Meet & greet included
On airport and cruise terminal pickups your driver meets you with a name board — no chasing the kerb.
24/7 availability
Early morning departures, late arrivals, holidays — we operate every day of the year.
Council licensed
viaUNO Cars is a private hire operator licensed by Southampton City Council.
DBS checked drivers
All drivers pass enhanced background checks. Travel with confidence.
Horizon Cruise Terminal — what to know
The terminal
Horizon Cruise Terminal (the former QEII Terminal) sits at Berth 38/39 in Southampton Eastern Docks (SO14 3GG). It handles Cunard overflow turnarounds, MSC Cruises and Princess Cruises when Ocean Terminal is at capacity. The terminal is adjacent to Ocean Terminal — both are reached via Dock Gate 4 in the Eastern Docks complex.
How we work the route
We confirm the active terminal on the day of your sailing (Cunard and MSC schedules sometimes shift between Ocean and Horizon at short notice). Our dispatch checks the day-of-sailing terminal allocation so you arrive at the right gate. Meet & greet at the terminal exit hall on disembarkation.
Pickups across Southampton & beyond
Most-booked pickups for Horizon Terminal: Southampton Central railway station, West Quay hotels, Eastleigh, Winchester, plus long-distance from London, Heathrow, Gatwick, Bournemouth and Salisbury. The Cruise Parkway fixed tariff (£37 saloon, £40 estate, £50 MPV) applies for Southampton Airport / Parkway pickups.
Horizon Cruise Terminal — Berth 38/39
Map data ©Google. Pickup and drop-off available across the area shown above.
Frequently asked questions
Is Horizon Terminal the same as the old QEII Terminal?
Yes — Horizon Cruise Terminal is the renamed QEII Terminal. The address (Berth 38/39, Eastern Docks SO14 3GG) and access route (Dock Gate 4) are unchanged.
Which cruise lines use Horizon Terminal?
Cunard (when Ocean Terminal is at capacity), MSC Cruises and Princess Cruises overflow sailings. Schedules sometimes shift between Ocean and Horizon — we check the active terminal on the day of your sailing.
Where is Horizon Terminal exactly?
Berth 38/39, Eastern Docks, Southampton SO14 3GG. Access is through Dock Gate 4, same as Ocean Terminal. The two terminals sit adjacent to each other.
How much is a taxi from central Southampton to Horizon Terminal?
Roughly £30.50 saloon, £33.50 estate, £37.50 MPV from an SO14–SO18 pickup including the £10 cruise service fee. Fixed quote online.
Can you collect from Heathrow for a Horizon Terminal embarkation?
Yes — Heathrow → Horizon Terminal is a daily cruise-season booking. Fixed-price Heathrow saloon offer applies (£128 cruise → Heathrow special). See our dedicated Heathrow → Cruise Terminal page.
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