Bristol Royal Portbury Port Information

There are plenty of ways to get to Bristol Royal Portbury, for your cruise from Bristol, including by car, taxi or coach. If you are travelling here by car, you can get your car parking permit arranged through us. For more information, see our detailed guide below.

Address: Bristol Cruise Terminal, Bristol BS20 7XJ

Bristol Port Information 

The Cruise facility is approximately 10 miles from Bristol city centre. Access is via the main port entrance at Royal Portbury Docks.
Journey back in time and you will see a proud history of liners setting sail into the Atlantic from Bristol. Today the tradition has been rejuvenated for the 21st century with cruise lines being welcomed to Bristol Port for both turnaround and transit cruises.

Getting Here

By Road

From the M5 South:
From M5 (South): Exit M5 Southbound at junction 19 and follow the signs for Royal Portbury Dock. Having taken the exit slip road at junction 19, move into the right-hand section of the road as indicated. 
Take the 4th exit off the roundabout signposted onto Royal Portbury Dock Road. Continue straight, at the second roundabout take the 3rd exit into Royal Portbury Dock - continue straight to the Police Gate, who will direct you to the cruise terminal. 
From the M5 North:
Exit M5 Northbound at junction 19 and follow signs for Royal Portbury Dock. Having taken the exit slip road at junction 19, move into the left-hand section of the road. Take the second exit off the roundabout. Continue straight, at the second roundabout take the 3rd exit into Royal Portbury Dock - continue straight to the Police Gate.

Car Park

The car park is close to the Cruise Terminal & spaces must be pre booked in advance of sailing. Guests should enter the dock area and then follow the signs to the Drop Off/Car Park area. On arrival at the Port please make your way to the Cruise Terminal where you will be met by the baggage handlers. Once your baggage has been passed to the handlers, please make your way to the car park, which is a short walk to the terminal.

By Rail 

Bristol Temple Meads Station is 10 miles from the terminal, whilst Bristol Parkway is 12 miles. Both are well connected and have taxi ranks.

By Air

Bristol Airport is located 12.5 miles from the port & is approximately 25 minutes drive, depending on traffic.

Taxi

AA Taxi – 01174 449839
National Taxis – 01179 519900
Yellow Cab Co – 01179 231515

Pick Up/Drop Off 

Any guests using this service should follow the above directions to the Police Gate, who will give directions to the pick-up/drop off area, which is adjacent to the cruise terminal building. This is a small area. To avoid congestion, please only arrive at your designated embarkation time & only arrange pick up for your disembarkation time.