Travel into Southampton
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Travel into Southampton
Southampton city centre is just four miles (7km) from the airport and reached directly via the A335.
By busThe Uni-link U1C operates to the University, city centre and eastern docks. It runs every 15 minutes during the week and every 20 minutes at weekends and on public holidays. For details, visit the Uni-link website or call +44 (0)2380 595 974.
The First Group number 14 operates hourly from the airport, Monday to Saturday, until 13:26pm with two additional services later in the afternoon. For details, call +44 (0)2380 224 854 or visit the First Group website.
By trainSouthampton Airport (Parkway) rail station is a short walk from the terminal building. There are direct services to Southampton Central every ten minutes, and to London Waterloo every 20 minutes. For further information on fares, timetables and InterCity connections contact National Rail Enquiries on +44 (0)8457 48 49 50.
Wheelchair users travelling south to the city centre will need assistance to reach the correct platform, as it is accessed by footbridge. Please ask a member of BAA staff if you need help.
By taxiChecker Cars operates a 24-hour taxi service from Southampton Airport and has an office opposite the arrivals hall. Some cars have swivel seats for easier access and there is a minibus suitable for wheelchair users. Should you require either of the above options, please pre-book your journey by calling +44 (0)2380 627 349/100.
Transport to cruise terminalsThe quickest and easiest way to reach your ship is by taxi from the airport direct to your terminal. Alternatively, passengers for the Queen Elizabeth II terminal can take the U1C bus to Dock Gate 4 (eastern docks). You can also take a train to Southampton Central, then continue to your ferry terminal by taxi.