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Queen Elizabeth Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

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

Quick answer

Terminal
Mayflower Cruise Terminal (Berth 106)
Entrance
Dock Gate 20 or Dock Gate 10
Next sailing
Tue 19 Jan 2027, departs PM
Sailings in the next year
11
Parking from
£97.95 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

Mayflower Terminal is about a mile inside the port from Dock Gate 10, which is too far to walk with luggage. Use official valet parking (for P&O, Cunard and Princess), meet & greet, or park & ride.

The official option for Cunard is CPS valet parking (£152 for 7 nights in August 2027).

Compare Mayflower Terminal parking

About Queen Elizabeth

Ship facts

Entered service
2010 (refitted 2025)
Guests
2,074
Crew
911
Size
90,901 gross tons
Length
294 m
Passenger decks
12
Pools
2
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: The Play Zone / The Kids' Zone / The Teen Zone)

What it has

  • Art Deco styling throughout, a tribute to the original Queen Elizabeth and the QE2.
  • The Kew Gardens-themed Garden Lounge is a relaxed spot for a cappuccino and ocean views.
  • Silent discos in the Yacht Club, cocktail masterclasses in the Commodore Club and Cunard Insights talks.
  • A 2025 refit refreshed the Queens Room, Commodore Club and Grills suites and added a Wellness Café.
  • The Golden Lion pub serves fish and chips, Ploughman's and pies with signature Cunard ales.

Places to eat

  • Britannia Restaurant
  • Steakhouse at the Verandah
  • Golden Lion
  • The Lido
  • Café Carinthia
  • Wellness Café

Ship facts from Wikipedia, cunard.com, cunard.com, cunard.com, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check Cunard's website before you sail.

Upcoming Queen Elizabeth 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. 2 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sun 25 Apr 2027, with 3 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Tue 19 Jan 2027Mayflower Cruise Terminal · Berth 106PMThu 4 Feb 202716 nights
Thu 4 Feb 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Tue 16 Feb 202712 nights
Tue 16 Feb 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 21 Feb 20275 nights
Sun 21 Feb 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 28 Feb 20277 nights
Sun 28 Feb 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Fri 12 Mar 202712 nights
Fri 12 Mar 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 28 Mar 202716 nights
Sun 28 Mar 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 4 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 4 Apr 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 11 Apr 20277 nights
Sun 11 Apr 2027Usually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 25 Apr 202714 nights
Sun 25 Apr 2027Busy day: 3 ships inUsually Mayflower Terminal—Sun 2 May 20277 nights
Sun 2 May 2027Busy day: 4 ships inUsually Mayflower Terminal———

Queen Elizabeth: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does Queen Elizabeth use in Southampton?

Queen Elizabeth usually sails from the Mayflower Cruise Terminal (Berth 106, Western Docks, Dock Gate 20 or Dock Gate 10).

What is Queen Elizabeth like?

Art Deco styling throughout, a tribute to the original Queen Elizabeth and the QE2. The Kew Gardens-themed Garden Lounge is a relaxed spot for a cappuccino and ocean views. Silent discos in the Yacht Club, cocktail masterclasses in the Commodore Club and Cunard Insights talks. A 2025 refit refreshed the Queens Room, Commodore Club and Grills suites and added a Wellness Café.

How many passengers does Queen Elizabeth carry?

Queen Elizabeth carries about 2,074 guests and about 911 crew.

How big is Queen Elizabeth and when was it built?

Queen Elizabeth is 90,901 gross tons and 294 metres long; it entered service in 2010 and was refitted in 2025.

Is Queen Elizabeth good for children?

Yes. Queen Elizabeth has a kids' club (The Play Zone / The Kids' Zone / The Teen Zone). Check Cunard's website for age groups and opening times.

What restaurants are on Queen Elizabeth?

Places to eat include Britannia Restaurant, Steakhouse at the Verandah, Golden Lion, The Lido, Café Carinthia and Wellness Café. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does Queen Elizabeth have?

Queen Elizabeth has 2 pools.

What time does Queen Elizabeth leave Southampton?

On Tue 19 Jan 2027, Queen Elizabeth 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 Queen Elizabeth cruise?

Mayflower Terminal is about a mile inside the port from Dock Gate 10, which is too far to walk with luggage. Use official valet parking (for P&O, Cunard and Princess), meet & greet, or park & ride. The official option for Cunard is CPS valet parking (£152 for 7 nights in August 2027). Compare Mayflower Terminal parking →