Dover cruise terminal to Heathrow
Your cruise is over, but your holiday isn't. Your chauffeur meets you at the terminal exit, loads your luggage and drives you direct to your Heathrow departures terminal.
What's included
Meet at the terminal
Your chauffeur waits at the cruise terminal exit and helps with every bag.
Timed to your flight
We plan the pickup around disembarkation and your departure time.
Fixed price, 48-hour cancellation
Agreed before you travel, parking and waiting built in. Cancel up to 48 hours before for a refund.
Water on board
Complimentary mineral water, air conditioning and a non-smoking car.
Choose by luggage
| Vehicle | Cruise passengers | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Executive sedan Mercedes E-Class or similar | 2 with full cruise luggage | from £325 |
| Minivan Mercedes V-Class | Up to 6 with full cruise luggage | from £405 |
| First class Mercedes-Benz or BMW luxury sedan | 2 with full cruise luggage | from £470 |
| Minibus or coach via Coach & Bus Hire | Cruise groups | On request |
Got a late flight? see Canterbury on the way
Break the journey with a visit to Canterbury or Leeds Castle. Tell us your flight time and we'll plan the stop so you still arrive at Heathrow with time to spare.
Your Dover to Heathrow transfer, step by step
Dover sits on the southeast coast of England, below the famous White Cliffs, about 110 miles from Heathrow. Many Northern Europe and Baltic cruises start and finish here. A private car takes you straight from the cruise terminal to your Heathrow departures terminal, with your luggage handled from start to finish.
Which terminal will my ship use?
Dover’s cruise terminals are at the Western Docks: Cruise Terminal 1, in the historic former railway station, and Cruise Terminal 2 next to it. Your cruise documents will say which one your ship uses. Tell us your ship and sailing date when you book and we will confirm it.
Where your driver meets you
Collect your luggage in the terminal, then walk out through the exit. Your driver will be waiting outside with a name board and will load your cases. If you can’t find them, call our 24/7 desk on 011 44 1895 622 226 from a US phone.
How long does it take?
The drive to Heathrow normally takes 2 to 2½ hours via the M20 and M25. Traffic around London can be heavy, so allow extra time on weekday afternoons and Fridays. Most passengers leave the ship between about 7am and 10am.
Booking the right flight time
Airlines recommend arriving at Heathrow three hours before an international flight. If you leave the ship by 9am, a flight departing at 2pm or later usually works well. If your flight is earlier, tell us when you book so we can plan the pickup with you.
Make a day of it
With a later flight, you can stop on the way. Canterbury, with its cathedral and medieval streets, is about 30 minutes from Dover. Leeds Castle is just off the route to London. Ask about adding a stop when you book.
Good to know
- Your price is per vehicle, not per person, and covers parking, tolls and waiting time.
- Prices are fixed and charged in British pounds (GBP).
- Child seats are available on request; mention them when you book.
- Tipping is not expected in the UK, but drivers always appreciate it if you are happy with the service.
- Refundable cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup.
Dover to Heathrow FAQs
How early should we leave the ship?
Most passengers are off the ship by about 10am. For a long-haul flight from Heathrow, we suggest a departure after about 1pm, which leaves time for the drive and check-in.
What if disembarkation is delayed?
We track your ship and your chauffeur waits at the terminal. Tell us your disembarkation time when you book, and call our 24/7 desk if it changes.
Can you take us to a Heathrow hotel instead?
Yes. Give us the hotel name when you book.