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Britannia Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

Britannia 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
Sun 11 Oct 2026
Sailings in the next year
25
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 Britannia

Ship facts

Entered service
2015 (refitted 2024)
Guests
3,647
Crew
1,398
Size
143,730 gross tons
Length
330 m
Passenger decks
13
Pools
4
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: The Reef)

What it has

  • A 94-metre Union Flag decorates the bow, described as the largest of its kind.
  • The Cookery Club runs hands-on cooking classes, including family sessions, for an extra charge.
  • Live music, comedy and dancing in The Live Lounge, The Crystal Room and The Limelight Club.
  • Four pools, including one just for teenagers, plus The Reef clubs and a Night Nursery.
  • Listed by P&O as ideal for solo travellers; has 27 single inside and balcony cabins.

Places to eat

  • Epicurean
  • Sindhu
  • The Beach House
  • The Glass House
  • The Limelight Club
  • The Market Café

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

Upcoming Britannia 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 Fri 16 Oct 2026, with 4 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Sun 11 Oct 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Fri 16 Oct 20265 nights
Fri 16 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Fri 30 Oct 202614 nights
Fri 30 Oct 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Fri 2 Apr 2027Long voyage
Fri 2 Apr 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 9 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 9 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 16 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 16 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Mon 19 Apr 20273 nights
Mon 19 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 23 Apr 20274 nights
Fri 23 Apr 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 30 Apr 20277 nights
Fri 30 Apr 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 7 May 20277 nights
Fri 7 May 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 14 May 20277 nights
Fri 14 May 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 21 May 20277 nights
Fri 21 May 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 28 May 20277 nights
Fri 28 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 4 Jun 20277 nights
Fri 4 Jun 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Fri 25 Jun 202721 nights
Fri 25 Jun 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 2 Jul 20277 nights
Fri 2 Jul 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 16 Jul 202714 nights
Fri 16 Jul 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 23 Jul 20277 nights
Fri 23 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 30 Jul 20277 nights
Fri 30 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 13 Aug 202714 nights
Fri 13 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 20 Aug 20277 nights
Fri 20 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 27 Aug 20277 nights
Fri 27 Aug 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 10 Sep 202714 nights
Fri 10 Sep 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 17 Sep 20277 nights
Fri 17 Sep 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Fri 24 Sep 20277 nights
Fri 24 Sep 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal———

Britannia: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does Britannia use in Southampton?

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

What is Britannia like?

A 94-metre Union Flag decorates the bow, described as the largest of its kind. The Cookery Club runs hands-on cooking classes, including family sessions, for an extra charge. Live music, comedy and dancing in The Live Lounge, The Crystal Room and The Limelight Club. Four pools, including one just for teenagers, plus The Reef clubs and a Night Nursery.

How many passengers does Britannia carry?

Britannia carries about 3,647 guests and about 1,398 crew.

How big is Britannia and when was it built?

Britannia is 143,730 gross tons and 330 metres long; it entered service in 2015 and was refitted in 2024.

Is Britannia good for children?

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

What restaurants are on Britannia?

Places to eat include Epicurean, Sindhu, The Beach House, The Glass House, The Limelight Club and The Market Café. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does Britannia have?

Britannia has 4 pools.

Where can I park for a Britannia 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 →