Cruise Port Transfers

A private transfer from central London to Dover Cruise Port starts from approximately £120 to £150 for a standard saloon car carrying up to 4 passengers. The exact fare depends on the pickup postcode, time of day and vehicle type. Estate cars, executive vehicles and MPVs cost more due to larger capacity and higher specification. Enter your pickup address and travel date at theroyalbritainairporttransfer.com for an instant fixed-price quote. The quoted price is the final price — no hidden fees, congestion charges or fuel surcharges are added after booking.

The journey from Gatwick Airport to Dover Cruise Port takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours by private transfer. The route covers roughly 100 miles via the M23 and M25 motorways, then the M20 or A2 toward Dover. Journey time varies with traffic conditions, particularly around the M25 Dartford Crossing and junction 5 to 7 of the M25. Early morning transfers before 07:00 and evening transfers after 19:00 typically take closer to 1 hour 30 minutes. Midday and rush-hour departures may extend to 2 hours or slightly longer.

Dover’s cruise terminals and ferry terminal are in separate locations within the port. The cruise terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) sit in the Western Docks area, approximately 1 kilometre west of the ferry terminal. Terminal 1 occupies the former Dover Marine railway station building. Terminal 2 is a newer facility that can accommodate cruise ships up to 319 metres in length. The ferry terminal is in the Eastern Docks and serves P&O Ferries, DFDS Seaways and Irish Ferries on routes to Calais and Dunkirk. When booking your transfer, specify whether you need the cruise terminal or the ferry terminal so your driver takes you to the correct location.

Yes. The walk from Dover town centre to the Western Docks cruise terminals takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes on foot, depending on your starting point and walking pace. The route follows the seafront along Marine Parade and Waterloo Crescent toward the Western Docks entrance. However, walking with heavy cruise luggage is impractical, and the port’s security gate may require vehicle access for entry to the terminal building. A taxi or private transfer from Dover town centre to the cruise terminal takes under 5 minutes. From Dover Priory railway station, the walk to the cruise port is 30 to 40 minutes, or a 5-minute taxi ride.

The Royal Britain Airport Transfer operates 9 vehicle classes for Dover cruise port transfers. The saloon (Toyota Prius or Volkswagen Passat) carries up to 4 passengers with 2 check-in bags and 2 hand bags. The estate (Volvo Estate) carries 4 passengers with 3 check-in bags. The executive (Mercedes E-Class) and S-Class (Mercedes S-Class) suit business and VIP transfers. The 6-seater MPV (Volkswagen Sharan or SEAT Alhambra) fits families with 2 free child seats. The 8-seater minibus (Volkswagen Transporter) handles mid-size groups. The 16-seater minibus (Mercedes Sprinter) and 24-seater coach serve large parties, with up to 10 check-in bags and 3 child seats on the minibus, or 12 check-in bags and 6 child seats on the coach.

A private transfer to Southampton Cruise Port starts from £50 for local pickups and from £150 for Central London pickups in a saloon vehicle. All prices are fixed at booking with no surge charges or hidden fees. The exact fare depends on your pickup location and vehicle type. Use the online quote tool at theroyalbritainairporttransfer.com for an instant price.

Yes. The Royal Britain Airport Transfer operates vehicles for groups of all sizes, from a 4-seater saloon to a 24-seater coach. For groups of 8 or more, the 8-seater minibus (Volkswagen Transporter), 16-seater minibus (Mercedes Sprinter) or 24-seater coach accommodates both passengers and cruise luggage. Multiple vehicles can be booked for groups exceeding 24 passengers.

The driver monitors your flight in real time and adjusts the pickup time to match your actual landing. You do not need to call or notify us. 40 minutes of free waiting time begins from the moment your flight touches down, giving you time to clear immigration and collect baggage.

The driver tracks your cruise ship's arrival and adjusts the pickup time if the vessel docks later than scheduled. Provide your ship name and expected disembarkation time when you book. The driver waits at the terminal's private-hire pickup area and meets you when you exit the building.

Yes. Free child seats are available on all Southampton cruise transfers. Choose from rear-facing infant seats, forward-facing child seats and booster seats. Specify the type and quantity needed when you book. Each vehicle type accommodates a set number of child seats : the saloon fits 1, the MPV fits 2 and the 16-seater minibus fits up to 3.