The route
About 70 miles by road, usually 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 min. Drivers normally use the M25 and M3.
If you are joining a ship, put the terminal name in the address so the drop-off is at the right gate.
South · Heathrow terminals 2–5
Southampton to Heathrow transfer
Southampton is a direct motorway run from Heathrow, mostly the M25 and M3. Cruise passengers should give the terminal on the boarding pass, because the docks are not one address.
About this route
Southampton to Heathrow by private car
Pickup in Southampton
Any address in the area, for example:
- Southampton Central Station
- City centre and waterfront hotels
- The cruise terminals in the Eastern and Western Docks
Drop-off at Heathrow
Choose Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5 and the driver drops you at departures. Set the pickup time from the journey time plus your airline's check-in time.
FAQ
Southampton to Heathrow: questions and answers
How much is a transfer from Southampton to Heathrow?
The price depends on the exact address in Southampton and the Heathrow terminal. Enter both in the form and the fare is worked out from the route before you send the booking. The fare is for the whole car, not per passenger. Kent towns such as Dover and Canterbury are booked on rideconnectuk.com.
How long does Southampton to Heathrow take by car?
The road journey is about 70 miles and usually takes 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 min, mostly on the M25 and M3. Traffic on the M25 and the motorway into the city can make it longer.
What time should I leave Southampton for my flight?
Take the journey time of 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 min and add the check-in time your airline asks for, plus a margin for traffic. Set that as the pickup time in the form.
Which Heathrow terminals do you cover?
Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Choose the terminal in the form. Your airline's booking or the Heathrow website shows which terminal your flight uses.
What if we have a lot of luggage or a bigger group?
Choose the number of passengers and large bags, and pick an MPV for more room. For larger groups, call or message dispatch and we will price it with you.
How can I pay?
Cash to the driver, bank transfer, or card online when the route has a price. You choose in the second step of the booking.
Can I book the return from Heathrow to Southampton?
Yes. Tick "Add the return journey" in the form, or use the Heathrow to Southampton page.
Across England
More routes from Heathrow
Other towns and cities with their own Heathrow transfer page.
SouthHeathrow to BrightonHeathrow to Brighton and Hove by private car, round the M25 and down the A23.About 65 miles · 1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 minGet a fare
LondonHeathrow to LondonDoor to door between Heathrow and any London address, without a change with luggage.About 16 miles · 40 min to 1 h 30 minGet a fare
ThamesHeathrow to OxfordHeathrow to Oxford colleges, hotels and homes, without a coach change.About 50 miles · 1 h to 1 h 40 minGet a fare
ThamesHeathrow to CambridgeHeathrow to Cambridge colleges, the science parks and homes across Cambridgeshire.About 80 miles · 1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 minGet a fare
MidlandsHeathrow to BirminghamHeathrow to Birmingham city centre, the NEC and the wider West Midlands.About 115 miles · 2 h to 2 h 45 minGet a fare
South WestHeathrow to BristolHeathrow to Bristol city, the harbourside and the surrounding area.About 120 miles · 2 h to 2 h 45 minGet a fare
Booking for a group or an unusual address?
Call or message dispatch and we will price it with you.