London in 1 Day for Families - Private, direct transfer in a luxury MPV or sedan
In Collaboration with LDN Transfers . Updated on January 30, 2026.
Door-to-terminal private transfer from central London to Southampton Cruise Terminal with infant seats, bottled water and Wi‑Fi included. This one-day plan is paced for families with young children (stroller-friendly). Driver meets you with a name board, helps with luggage and child seats, and allows a short comfort stop en route.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with LDN Transfers , inspired by the tour Private Transfers from London to Southampton Cruise Terminal. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Private, direct transfer in a luxury MPV or sedan
- Child and infant seats provided free of charge
- Comfort stop en route; bottled water & onboard Wi‑Fi included
Itinerary
Day 1
Morning transfer from central London to the Mayflower Cruise Terminal in Southampton. The schedule below uses a sample pick-up at a central London hotel — your actual pick-up will match the hotel/address you provided when booking.
Meet your driver at the hotel — luggage & child-seat check
Driver arrives at your hotel lobby, holding a card with your lead passenger name. Driver will load luggage and fit any requested child/infant seats before departure. Please have passports and cruise boarding time ready to show.
Tips from local experts:
- Stroller hack: collapse your stroller and leave it by the vehicle (most MPVs allow folded strollers in the boot); ask the driver to place it last for quick access at drop-off.
- Infant seats: LDN Transfers supplies rear-facing infant seats and boosters free — confirm the child age/weight on booking so the correct seat is fitted.
- Pre-departure snack: keep a small bag of familiar snacks and a refillable bottle handy — you’ll have a short comfort stop but familiar snacks help settle younger children.
Private drive from London to Southampton (with comfort stop)
Relax in an air-conditioned Mercedes MPV or similar. The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes depending on traffic. The driver includes a brief comfort stop en route (toilet, stretch legs and quick snacks). Bottled water and onboard Wi‑Fi are available.
Tips from local experts:
- Traffic note: M3/M25 rush hours can add time — plan pickups earlier if your cruise has an early check-in window; give the operator your ship boarding time so they can advise departure.
- Entertainment: bring a tablet with downloaded shows and a child-friendly headphone splitter for two children — mobile coverage on parts of the M3 can be spotty.
- Comfort stop: use the restroom and let kids move for 10–15 minutes — Fleet Services (Moto) is family-friendly with baby changing facilities and a cafe for quick sandwiches.
Arrival & transfer to ship check-in at Mayflower Cruise Terminal, Southampton
Driver parks in the cruise terminal drop-off area, assists with luggage and escorts you to the terminal entrance if required. Allow time to queue for check-in and security. The driver can wait or advise a pick-up point/time for return transfers if pre-arranged.
Tips from local experts:
- Terminal facilities: Mayflower Cruise Terminal has family toilets and changing facilities — keep a small emergency kit (wipes, nappies, a change of clothes) in your carry-on for fast access.
- Driver handover: the driver will carry a card with your name; if you need help with an early check-in or special assistance (reduced-mobility family member), tell the driver so they can notify terminal staff.
- Boarding buffer: aim to arrive at least 90 minutes before your cruise's boarding time when travelling with small children (time for luggage, security and settling the kids). Confirm the ship's exact boarding time on booking.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 3 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Families |
| Transfers | 3 |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | - |
| Total Places | - |
| Activities Types | Transfer |
