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Arvia Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

Arvia usually sails from the Ocean Cruise Terminal. Here are its upcoming Southampton dates, departure times where published, and the best parking for that terminal.

Quick answer

Terminal
Ocean Cruise Terminal (Berth 46/47)
Entrance
Dock Gate 4
Next sailing
Sat 10 Oct 2026, departs 17:00Busy day: 3 ships in
Sailings in the next year
22
Parking from
£76 for 7 nights

Terminals can change between sailings. Always check your cruise documents. First time? Read what happens at the terminal.

Best parking for this ship

Ocean Terminal is the only terminal with park & walk car parks outside the port. Triangle Parking is about a 4-minute walk, and Ocean Way Car Park in Ocean Village also sells park & walk. Both let you keep your keys.

The official option for P&O Cruises is CPS valet parking (£152 for 7 nights in August 2027).

Compare Ocean Terminal parking

About Arvia

Ship facts

Entered service
2022
Guests
5,200 (normal operating capacity)
Crew
1,800
Size
185,581 gross tons
Length
344 m
Passenger decks
15
Pools
4
Fuel
LNG
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: The Reef)

What it has

  • SkyDome pool under a retractable glass roof, which becomes an entertainment venue in the evening.
  • Altitude activity zone (extra charge) with a high-ropes course and adventure mini-golf.
  • Mission Control, an immersive submarine-simulator experience, is available for an extra charge.
  • Four pools, including two infinity pools, plus 20 whirlpools.
  • Family-friendly with The Reef kids' clubs; single inside cabins suit solo travellers.

Places to eat

  • 6th Street Diner
  • The Quays
  • Taste 360
  • Green & Co feat. Mizuhana
  • Epicurean
  • The Keel & Cow

Ship facts from Wikipedia, pocruises.com, pocruises.com, pocruises.com, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check P&O Cruises' website before you sail.

Upcoming Arvia sailings from Southampton

Terminals and departure times come from the port's provisional schedule (published up to Fri 29 Jan 2027); later dates show the usual terminal. Length is worked out from the ship's next Southampton call. 16 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sat 10 Oct 2026, with 3 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Sat 10 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 4617:00Fri 23 Oct 202613 nights
Fri 23 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sun 28 Mar 2027Long voyage
Sun 28 Mar 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sun 4 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 4 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sun 11 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 11 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sun 18 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 18 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sun 25 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 25 Apr 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 2 May 20277 nights
Sun 2 May 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 9 May 20277 nights
Sun 9 May 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 23 May 202714 nights
Sun 23 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 30 May 20277 nights
Sun 30 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 6 Jun 20277 nights
Sun 6 Jun 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 20 Jun 202714 nights
Sun 20 Jun 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sun 4 Jul 202714 nights
Sun 4 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 18 Jul 202714 nights
Sun 18 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 1 Aug 202714 nights
Sun 1 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 8 Aug 20277 nights
Sun 8 Aug 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 15 Aug 20277 nights
Sun 15 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 29 Aug 202714 nights
Sun 29 Aug 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 5 Sep 20277 nights
Sun 5 Sep 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 12 Sep 20277 nights
Sun 12 Sep 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sun 26 Sep 202714 nights
Sun 26 Sep 2027Usually Ocean Terminal———

Arvia: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does Arvia use in Southampton?

Arvia usually sails from the Ocean Cruise Terminal (Berth 46/47, Eastern Docks, Dock Gate 4).

What is Arvia like?

SkyDome pool under a retractable glass roof, which becomes an entertainment venue in the evening. Altitude activity zone (extra charge) with a high-ropes course and adventure mini-golf. Mission Control, an immersive submarine-simulator experience, is available for an extra charge. Four pools, including two infinity pools, plus 20 whirlpools.

How many passengers does Arvia carry?

Arvia carries about 5,200 guests (normal operating capacity) and about 1,800 crew.

How big is Arvia and when was it built?

Arvia is 185,581 gross tons and 344 metres long; it entered service in 2022.

Is Arvia good for children?

Yes. Arvia has a kids' club (The Reef). Check P&O Cruises' website for age groups and opening times.

What restaurants are on Arvia?

Places to eat include 6th Street Diner, The Quays, Taste 360, Green & Co feat. Mizuhana, Epicurean and The Keel & Cow. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does Arvia have?

Arvia has 4 pools.

What time does Arvia leave Southampton?

On Sat 10 Oct 2026, Arvia is scheduled to depart at 17:00, according to the port's provisional schedule. Your boarding time is on your cruise documents.

Where can I park for a Arvia cruise?

Ocean Terminal is the only terminal with park & walk car parks outside the port. Triangle Parking is about a 4-minute walk, and Ocean Way Car Park in Ocean Village also sells park & walk. Both let you keep your keys. The official option for P&O Cruises is CPS valet parking (£152 for 7 nights in August 2027). Compare Ocean Terminal parking →