Private Transfers in Southampton: The 14 Best for a Short Stay

1.Central London to Southampton Cruise Port Private transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

You’ll travel privately from a Central London hotel or address to Southampton Cruise Port in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver meets you at reception, handles the route, and drops you at the port. The trip usually takes about 90 minutes, though traffic can push it closer to two hours.

“We had a party of 8 people, van was too small to fit 8 people. Smashed together all the way to the cruise.”

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2.Heathrow To Southampton Cruise Port Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private Heathrow Airport to Southampton Cruise Port transfer for up to three people. Your driver tracks your flight, meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board, handles your luggage, and drives directly to your hotel or cruise terminal in about 90 minutes. Return transfers from Southampton to Heathrow are also available.

“Excellent communication through multiple flight changes in arrival. Great driver - very personable. Easy transfer to our Southampton hotel. Would highly recommend.”

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3.Heathrow Airport to Southampton Port or Hotel Private Airport Arrival Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $251Top rated

Meet your chauffeur inside Heathrow after customs, where a name board makes the pickup easy to spot. Your flight is monitored, and the driver enters the terminal about 45 minutes after landing. Ride privately to a Southampton hotel or cruise terminal in a sedan, minivan, or van for one to eight people.

“Our driver Kristian was awesome. We met at the designated point right on time, he took our luggage and had an enjoy ride in a spacious vehicle.”

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4.Private Transfers between Heathrow Airport & Southampton Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Book a private, direct ride between Heathrow Airport and Southampton Port with London Minicab Service. Your driver meets you inside arrivals, holding a sign with the lead passenger’s name. Choose a saloon, estate, MPV, or eight-seat minivan for one-way or round-trip service.

“Driver took extra effort to locate us at the busy port. Told us a lot about the country during our trip.”

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5.Heathrow to Southampton Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private Heathrow pickup for a direct ride to Southampton in an air-conditioned, Wi-Fi equipped Mercedes. Your driver meets you in the terminal with a name board. Gary, Oliver, Chris Dew, Khalid, and Mike have all driven this route. The service suits cruise passengers, but sightseeing stops are not included.

“Was waiting for us outside customs, very easy hookup. Driver was very pleasant. Gave us a city tour on way to hotel.”

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6.London to Southampton Cruise Terminals Private Minivan Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $311

Travel from a central London hotel or private address to Southampton Cruise Terminals in a private minivan. Your chauffeur arrives 15 to 20 minutes early, handles the luggage, and drives your group directly to the port or a Southampton hotel. Choose a van for up to 4, 7, or 8 adults.

“Driver on time and excellent service She help with our luggage And was very kind The van was clean and very nice I will definitely recommend this”

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7.Heathrow Airport to Southampton Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Travel from Heathrow to Southampton in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water, Wi-Fi, parking, and a driver waiting inside the terminal. Your flight is monitored, and you receive meeting instructions before arrival. Drivers such as Melanie and Khalid have provided local insight and patient help when airport delays caused trouble.

“Melanie was extremely helpful, pleasant and informative. She also handled the heavy traffic very well.”

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8.Gatwick to Southampton Private Taxi Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Travel privately from Gatwick’s North or South Terminal to a Southampton hotel or cruise terminal in about 90 minutes. Your driver tracks the flight, waits by the arrival barriers with your name, helps with luggage, and takes only your group in an air-conditioned vehicle. The service suits cruise passengers who want a direct airport-to-port ride.

“Comfortable and clean vehicle. Plenty of room for 4 adults , 4 suitcases and carry ons. Driver was curteous and helpful.”

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9.London to Southampton Private Transfer Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $270

Travel privately from a London hotel, address, or Airbnb to your Southampton cruise terminal or hotel. Your driver arrives 15 to 20 minutes early, helps with luggage, and drives you directly in a sedan, minivan, or van sized for your group. Allow about two hours from central London and up to two hours 40 minutes from East London.

“The driver was punctual, professional, and it was took safety seriously. We would definitely book again.”

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10.Private Transfers between London & Southampton Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Book a private, direct transfer between London hotels or airports and Southampton Cruise Port. London Minicab Service offers saloons, estates, MPVs, and 8-seater vans, with meet and greet service, luggage help, and one-way or round-trip options. The journey takes about 1 to 2 hours, depending on pickup and traffic.

“A great way to fill in the time between ship disembarkation and getting to airport on time, I highly recommend this”

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11.London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Southampton Port – Arrival Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $198

Travel privately from London Heathrow to Southampton Port, a Southampton hotel, or another address in the city. Your driver meets you with a name sign, tracks your flight, handles luggage, and drives your party directly in a clean, licensed vehicle. Service runs 24/7 and accommodates up to seven passengers.

“It was a very enjoyable ride from London to Southampton. The driver was there to meet us on time and the vehicle was clean and comfortable.”

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12.Heathrow Airport Hotel Private Transfer To Southampton

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $214

Travel from Heathrow Airport or an airport hotel to Southampton in a private vehicle with a professional chauffeur. Your driver monitors your flight, waits up to 90 minutes after landing, helps with luggage, and takes you directly to a Southampton hotel or cruise terminal. One-way and round-trip options are available.

“Great way to travel to have a private pick up service. Friendly, punctual and worth the money Thank you”

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13.London Heathrow Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Southampton Hotel or Address)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $331

Meet your driver in Heathrow’s arrivals hall, then ride directly to your Southampton hotel, address, or port in a private vehicle. The transfer takes about 90 minutes and includes luggage help, one hour of airport waiting time, and no extra stops. It suits families, cruise passengers, and anyone who wants to avoid trains and taxis after a long flight.

“Very polite & knowledgeable driver, journey was very pleasant & we arrived safe & sound - our THANKS!”

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14.Minibus from Heathrow Airport to Southampton via Netley Abbey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $192Best value

Travel from Heathrow to Southampton in a private minibus with driver Bela, live WhatsApp location updates, and a possible refreshment stop. The roughly 1-hour-45-minute service can end at Southampton’s Mayflower, Horizon, City, Ocean, or Queen Elizabeth II terminals, nearby areas, Winchester, or Portsmouth, with a short visit to Netley Abbey if arranged.

“If you want a comfortable, safe, reliable and friendly transfer, then you must definitely book Ciao Bello. Bela, was very friendly, making sure he always kept us posted before pickup by sharing his live position on whatsapp.”

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