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Iona Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

Iona 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 17 Oct 2026
Sailings in the next year
40
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 Iona

Ship facts

Entered service
2021
Guests
5,200 (normal operating capacity)
Crew
1,800
Size
184,089 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: a glass-domed pool area by day that turns into a show venue at night.
  • Anderson's Bar houses a working gin distillery, billed as the world's first at sea, with masterclasses.
  • Four pools, including an infinity pool at the stern, plus 16 whirlpools.
  • Family-friendly, with The Reef and Scene clubs for children and teens plus the Splash Valley area.
  • Single inside cabins are available for solo travellers.

Places to eat

  • The Olive Grove
  • The Quays
  • The Beach House
  • Epicurean
  • Sindhu
  • 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 Iona 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. 24 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sat 24 Oct 2026, with 4 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Sat 17 Oct 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 24 Oct 20267 nights
Sat 24 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 31 Oct 20267 nights
Sat 31 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 7 Nov 20267 nights
Sat 7 Nov 2026Busy day: 4 ships inOcean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 21 Nov 202614 nights
Sat 21 Nov 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 5 Dec 202614 nights
Sat 5 Dec 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Sat 19 Dec 202614 nights
Sat 19 Dec 2026Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46—Mon 4 Jan 202716 nights
Mon 4 Jan 2027Ocean Cruise Terminal · Berth 46PMMon 8 Feb 2027Long voyage
Mon 8 Feb 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 13 Feb 20275 nights
Sat 13 Feb 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 20 Feb 20277 nights
Sat 20 Feb 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 27 Feb 20277 nights
Sat 27 Feb 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 13 Mar 202714 nights
Sat 13 Mar 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 27 Mar 202714 nights
Sat 27 Mar 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 3 Apr 20277 nights
Sat 3 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 10 Apr 20277 nights
Sat 10 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 17 Apr 20277 nights
Sat 17 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 24 Apr 20277 nights
Sat 24 Apr 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 1 May 20277 nights
Sat 1 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 8 May 20277 nights
Sat 8 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 15 May 20277 nights
Sat 15 May 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 22 May 20277 nights
Sat 22 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 29 May 20277 nights
Sat 29 May 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 5 Jun 20277 nights
Sat 5 Jun 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 12 Jun 20277 nights
Sat 12 Jun 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 19 Jun 20277 nights
Sat 19 Jun 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 26 Jun 20277 nights
Sat 26 Jun 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 3 Jul 20277 nights
Sat 3 Jul 2027Usually Ocean Terminal—Sat 10 Jul 20277 nights
Sat 10 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 17 Jul 20277 nights
Sat 17 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 24 Jul 20277 nights
Sat 24 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 31 Jul 20277 nights
Sat 31 Jul 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 7 Aug 20277 nights
Sat 7 Aug 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 14 Aug 20277 nights
Sat 14 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 21 Aug 20277 nights
Sat 21 Aug 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 28 Aug 20277 nights
Sat 28 Aug 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 4 Sep 20277 nights
Sat 4 Sep 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 11 Sep 20277 nights
Sat 11 Sep 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 18 Sep 20277 nights
Sat 18 Sep 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal—Sat 25 Sep 20277 nights
Sat 25 Sep 2027Busy day: 5 ships inUsually Ocean Terminal———

Iona: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does Iona use in Southampton?

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

What is Iona like?

SkyDome: a glass-domed pool area by day that turns into a show venue at night. Anderson's Bar houses a working gin distillery, billed as the world's first at sea, with masterclasses. Four pools, including an infinity pool at the stern, plus 16 whirlpools. Family-friendly, with The Reef and Scene clubs for children and teens plus the Splash Valley area.

How many passengers does Iona carry?

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

How big is Iona and when was it built?

Iona is 184,089 gross tons and 344 metres long; it entered service in 2021.

Is Iona good for children?

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

What restaurants are on Iona?

Places to eat include The Olive Grove, The Quays, The Beach House, Epicurean, Sindhu and The Keel & Cow. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does Iona have?

Iona has 4 pools.

What time does Iona leave Southampton?

On Mon 4 Jan 2027, Iona is scheduled to depart at PM, according to the port's provisional schedule. Your boarding time is on your cruise documents.

Where can I park for a Iona 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 →