Terminal guide · Western Docks
Horizon Cruise Terminal Southampton: parking, drop-off and directions
ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.
Key facts
- Address
- Berth 102, West Bay Road, Southampton SO15 1AW
- Entrance
- Dock Gate 10
- On foot
- 0.2 miles (4 minutes) from Dock Gate 10; 0.5 miles (about 12 minutes) from Southampton Central
- From the airport
- Southampton Airport is about 20 minutes (4.8 miles) by car
- Taxis
- Taxis can drop off at the terminal, and there's a rank outside
Quick answer
Cheapest: park & ride from £98–£136 for 7 nights.
Least effort: meet & greet from £122–£135.
Official: ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027) for Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.
Example prices for a 7-night sailing in August 2027, found in early October 2026.
Horizon Terminal parking options
| Operator | 7 nights7-14 Aug 2027 | 14 nights7-21 Aug 2027 | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle Parking (all terminals)Park & rideSelf-park with a transfer of about 8 minutes to any terminal. | £128–£131 | £166–£168 | Check price |
| Ocean Way Car Park (all terminals)Park & rideSelf-park in Ocean Village with a transfer to any terminal. | £106 | £154 | Check price |
| Airlynx Drop and GoPark & ride1.9 miles from the port, with a 5-8 minute transfer. No vans, minibuses or motorhomes; £5 per person each way above 4 passengers. | £98 | £158 | Check price |
| Southampton Cruise Parking ServicesPark & ride1.8 miles from the port, with a transfer to your terminal. | £136 | £188 | Check price |
| Portside Meet and GreetMeet & greetHand your keys over at the terminal and your car is parked for you. | £122 | £169 | Check price |
| Cruise AzureMeet & greetMeet & greet at any terminal. Drop-off is a fixed 30-minute slot; refunds only within 14 days of booking, with a £25 fee. | £135 | £170 | Check price |
| ABParkingOfficial on-port parkingABP's own car parks inside the port, next to City and Horizon terminals. You park yourself and keep your keys. For Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings; not P&O or Cunard. We found £129 for 7 nights in January 2027. | — | — | Check price |
Prices we found in early October 2026 for example sailings in August 2027. They change by date, so check the operator's price for your sailing. — means not offered for that sailing or not quoted.
Driving and drop-off
Enter the port at Dock Gate 10. At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit and keep to the left lane. At the second roundabout follow the filter lane (1st exit) and continue up Horizon Way to the terminal.
Taxis and private drop-offs can stop outside the terminal. For what happens next, from the drop-off lanes and bag drop to security and boarding, read our step-by-step guide to the day.
Walking and public transport
ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.
On foot it's 0.2 miles (4 minutes) from Dock Gate 10, or 0.5 miles (about 12 minutes) from Southampton Central. There's no bus stop near the terminal, but it's a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.
Upcoming calls at the Horizon Terminal
From the port's provisional schedule, published up to Fri 29 Jan 2027. Times are the ship's arrival and departure; boarding times are on your cruise documents. A busy day means 3 or more cruise ships are in port, so allow 1–2 hours to board. For every terminal at once, see the cruise ship schedule.
| Date | Ship | Cruise line | Arrives | Departs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 7 Oct 2026 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | 06:15 | 16:00 |
| Sat 10 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships in | Liberty of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | 05:30 | 17:00 |
| Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Norwegian Sun | Norwegian Cruise Line | TBA | TBA |
| Thu 15 Oct 2026 | MSC Virtuosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 16 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships in | Liberty of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | TBA | TBA |
| Sun 18 Oct 2026 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Mon 19 Oct 2026 | MSC Virtuosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 23 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships in | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Sat 24 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships in | MSC Virtuosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Tue 27 Oct 2026 | Mein Schiff Relax | Port call | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 30 Oct 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Sat 31 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships in | MSC Virtuosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Tue 3 Nov 2026 | Mein Schiff Relax | Port call | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 6 Nov 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Sat 7 Nov 2026Busy day: 4 ships in | MSC Virtuosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 13 Nov 2026Busy day: 3 ships in | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 20 Nov 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 27 Nov 2026Busy day: 3 ships in | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 4 Dec 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 11 Dec 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 18 Dec 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Thu 24 Dec 2026 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | TBA | TBA |
| Fri 1 Jan 2027 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | AM | PM |
| Fri 8 Jan 2027 | MSC Preziosa | MSC Cruises | AM | PM |
Ships that use the Horizon Terminal
Usually sail from here
- MSC Preziosa (MSC Cruises)
- Celebrity Apex (Celebrity Cruises)
- MSC Virtuosa (MSC Cruises)
- Liberty of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)
- Norwegian Sun (Norwegian Cruise Line)
Horizon Terminal questions
What is the postcode for the Horizon Cruise Terminal?
The Horizon Cruise Terminal is at Berth 102, West Bay Road, Southampton SO15 1AW. Enter the port at Dock Gate 10. At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit and keep to the left lane. At the second roundabout follow the filter lane (1st exit) and continue up Horizon Way to the terminal.
Can I walk to the Horizon Terminal?
ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station. On foot it's 0.2 miles (4 minutes) from Dock Gate 10, or 0.5 miles (about 12 minutes) from Southampton Central.
How much is parking at the Horizon Terminal?
For a 7-night sailing in August 2027 we found park & ride from £98–£136 and meet & greet from £122–£135. Official parking: ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027) for Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.
Which ships sail from the Horizon Terminal?
Ships that usually use it include MSC Preziosa, Celebrity Apex, MSC Virtuosa, Liberty of the Seas and Norwegian Sun. Terminals can change, so check your cruise documents.
Which dock gate do I use for the Horizon Terminal?
Dock Gate 10. Enter the port at Dock Gate 10. At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit and keep to the left lane. At the second roundabout follow the filter lane (1st exit) and continue up Horizon Way to the terminal.
How far is the Horizon Terminal from Southampton Central station?
It's 0.5 miles (about 12 minutes) from Southampton Central. Leave the station by the southern side; there are taxi ranks on both sides, and taxis can drop you outside the terminal.
Is there a taxi rank at the Horizon Terminal?
Yes. There's a taxi rank outside each Southampton cruise terminal, and private taxis can drop off at the door.
How do I get to the Horizon Terminal by bus?
There's no bus stop near the terminal, but it's a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.
How far is the Horizon Terminal from the airports?
Southampton Airport is about 20 minutes (4.8 miles) by car. Bournemouth is about 45 minutes, Heathrow about 1 hour 25 minutes and Gatwick about 1 hour 45 minutes. Allow extra time for traffic.
Is there parking next to the Horizon Terminal?
Yes. ABParking runs ABP's own car parks next to City and Horizon terminals for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. You park yourself and keep your keys.