+44 2382250406 Parking for P&O Cruises at Southampton
If you're sailing with P&O Cruises from Southampton, park your car safely with Dolphin Park & Ride. Secure & affordable cruise parking from £79.
Keep your keys
Avoid stress
Free shuttle
If you're sailing with P&O Cruises from Southampton, one of the first practical questions is where to leave your car. P&O Cruises does not operate its own car parks, so parking is arranged separately — either through official terminal providers or through independent services like Dolphin Park & Ride. Dolphin Park & Ride offers secure park and ride parking for P&O Cruises passengers sailing from Southampton, from £79. You drive to our car park, park your own car, keep your keys, and take a free shuttle directly to your P&O terminal. Spaces are limited per sailing — book as soon as your cruise is confirmed.
This page explains your parking options as a P&O passenger, what most travellers choose to do, and why many P&O Cruises passengers use Dolphin Park & Ride for secure, affordable long-stay parking with a free shuttle directly to the terminal.
About Dolphin Park & Ride
Dolphin Park & Ride is a Southampton-based cruise parking provider operating close to Southampton Cruise Port. We specialise exclusively in long-stay cruise parking for passengers departing from Southampton — including P&O Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and other major lines.
Our service was built around one principle: you should park your car, and reach your cruise terminal without stress. No valet handovers. No walking with heavy luggage. Just a short, free shuttle ride from our secure car park to your terminal.
Parking starts from £79. Spaces are limited per sailing — we recommend booking as soon as your cruise is confirmed.
Which Terminals Do P&O Cruises Use in
Southampton?
P&O Cruises typically departs from Ocean Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Cruise Terminal, depending on the ship and sailing schedule. Southampton Cruise Port has four terminals in total:
Your terminal is confirmed in your P&O booking documentation. Dolphin Park & Ride's free shuttle serves all Southampton cruise terminals, so the shuttle takes you directly to whichever terminal your sailing departs from.
Why P&O passengers choose us
Keep Your Keys
Your car is never moved or handled by anyone else
Free Shuttle Both Ways
To the terminal on departure, back to your car on return
Secure & Monitored
24/7 CCTV surveillance and secure fencing for maximum protection
No Hidden Fees
The price you book is the price you pay
Affordable Pricing
Typically £60+ less than official terminal parking for a one-week cruise
P&O terminals
Mayflower, Ocean, and others
Parking Options for P&O Cruises
Passengers at Southampton
P&O passengers generally choose between three types of parking:
Official Terminal Parking
Official terminal parking is provided by operators such as CPS and ABParking, who manage car parks at or adjacent to the cruise terminals. This option lets you park close to the terminal without a transfer.
The common limitations are:
- Spaces are limited and frequently sell out during peak P&O sailing dates
- Prices are typically the highest of all available options — often £140+ for a one-week cruise
- Popular P&O sailings in summer and school holiday periods book up months in advance
Meet and Greet Parking
Meet and greet services involve driving to a designated drop-off point near the terminal and handing your keys to a parking operator, who then stores the vehicle off-site and returns it when you disembark.
This option suits passengers who want a quick drop-off. However, it requires handing over the vehicle and keys to a third party, which some P&O passengers prefer to avoid.
Park and Ride — Dolphin Park & Ride
Dolphin Park & Ride is a true park and ride service for P&O Cruises passengers. You drive to our secure car park, park your car in any available space of your convenience, and take our free shuttle directly to your P&O terminal.
Dolphin Park & Ride Vs other Port Parking
For P&O Cruises passengers comparing parking options at Southampton:
| Feature | Official Parking | Dolphin Park & Ride |
|---|---|---|
| Price (1 week) | From £140+ | From £79 |
| Keep Your Keys | ✖ | ✔ |
| Car moved while away | Often | Never |
| Walk with luggage | ✔ | Free shuttle |
| Availability | Sells out fast | Limited per sailing |
| Shuttle included | ✖ | Yes, both ways |
| Transparent pricing | Extras common | No hidden fees |
How Dolphin Park & Ride
Works for P&O Passengers
Booking and using our service takes four simple steps:
Select your sailing date and cruise duration. Spaces are limited per sailing, so early booking is recommended. You receive a confirmation with your arrival instructions, address, and GPS link.
Drive into our car park on departure day. Park in the available space. There is no key handover — you keep your keys for the entire trip.
Our shuttle departs directly to your cruise terminal. The journey typically takes 5–10 minutes. No walking with luggage.
After disembarking your P&O cruise, call the pickup number in your confirmation. We collect you from the terminal and return you to your car. You're on the road within minutes.
Parking Prices for P&O Cruises at Southampton
Dolphin Park & Ride pricing for P&O Cruises passengers starts from £79 for a one-week cruise. Pricing varies based on cruise duration and sailing date.
Typical price comparison for a one-week P&O sailing
What is included in the price:
- Secure long-stay parking for the full duration of your cruise
- Free shuttle transfer to your P&O terminal on departure
- Free shuttle collection from your terminal on return
- No booking fees, no hidden extras
Why P&O Passengers Trust Dolphin Park & Ride
Choosing a parking provider for a cruise is not a decision most people make lightly. You are leaving your vehicle for days or weeks. Here is what we do to ensure you travel with confidence:
Security-monitored car park
CCTV monitored throughout your cruise
No key handover
Your keys stay in your pocket. We never move your car
Transparent pricing
The price at booking is the price you pay. Nothing added at arrival
Clear arrival instructions
Sent by email after booking, including address, map, and GPS link
Dedicated pickup line
Call us when you disembark and we collect you promptly
Frequently asked questions
Book Parking for Your P&O
Cruise at Southampton
Dolphin Park & Ride offers P&O Cruises passengers a simple, secure, and affordable parking solution close to Southampton Cruise Port. Park your own car, keep your keys, and take our free shuttle to the terminal — from £79.
