{"id":99687,"date":"2026-10-22T17:12:25","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T17:12:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/transatlantic-cruise-from-uk"},"modified":"2026-10-22T20:02:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T20:02:08","slug":"transatlantic-cruise-from-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/fr\/transatlantic-cruise-from-uk","title":{"rendered":"Transatlantic Cruises from the UK: 2026\u20132027 Guide to Crossing the Atlantic by Sea"},"content":{"rendered":"<head><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\n    \"@graph\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n            \"headline\": \"Transatlantic Cruises from the UK: 2026&ndash;2027 Guide to Crossing the Atlantic by Sea\",\n            \"description\": \"Transatlantic cruises from the UK for 2026 and 2027: Cunard and other lines compared, one-way crossings, best months, costs, and the cargo ship alternative.\",\n            \"mainEntityOfPage\": \"https:\\\/\\\/cargoholidays.com\\\/transatlantic-cruise-from-uk\",\n            \"image\": \"https:\\\/\\\/cargoholidays.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2022\\\/11\\\/Cargo-Ship-Travel-Cargoholidays11-1024x682.jpg\",\n            \"datePublished\": \"2026-10-22\",\n            \"dateModified\": \"2026-10-22\",\n            \"inLanguage\": \"en-GB\",\n            \"author\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n                \"name\": \"CargoHolidays\"\n            },\n            \"publisher\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n                \"name\": \"CargoHolidays\",\n                \"url\": \"https:\\\/\\\/cargoholidays.com\"\n            }\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n            \"mainEntity\": [\n                {\n                    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n                    \"name\": \"How long is a transatlantic cruise from Southampton?\",\n                    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                        \"text\": \"Seven nights to New York on Queen Mary 2. 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Most crossings are one-way, and you fly home or continue your travels.\"\n                    }\n                },\n                {\n                    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n                    \"name\": \"Is a cargo ship cheaper than a transatlantic cruise?\",\n                    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                        \"text\": \"It can be similar per day, with meals included, but it is a very different experience: quiet, flexible and authentic.\"\n                    }\n                }\n            ]\n        }\n    ]\n}<\/script>\n<\/head><div class=\"ch-post\"><p class=\"ch-updated\">Last updated: 22 October 2026<\/p><p><strong>A transatlantic cruise is one of the great journeys of the world.<\/strong> For a week or more you leave airports behind, cross the ocean the way travellers did for centuries, and arrive in New York, Florida or the Caribbean rested rather than jet-lagged. This guide explains the transatlantic cruise options from the UK for 2026 and 2027, what they cost, and how they compare with a cargo ship crossing.<\/p><h2>Types of transatlantic crossing<\/h2><div class=\"ch-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Type<\/th><th>Route<\/th><th>Dur\u00e9e<\/th><th>Season<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Liner crossing (Cunard Queen Mary 2)<\/td><td>Southampton &harr; New York<\/td><td>7 nights<\/td><td>Most of the year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Repositioning cruise<\/td><td>Europe &harr; Caribbean, Florida or New England<\/td><td>10&ndash;16 nights<\/td><td>Spring and autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Round-trip transatlantic<\/td><td>Southampton to the Caribbean and back<\/td><td>3&ndash;5 weeks<\/td><td>Winter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cargo ship crossing<\/td><td>UK or Europe &harr; US or Canadian ports<\/td><td>9&ndash;14 days<\/td><td>All year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><figure style=\"margin:1.6em 0\"><img src=\"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Cargo-Ship-Travel-Cargoholidays11-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"The Statue of Liberty seen on arrival into New York by sea\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;display:block\" title=\"The Statue of Liberty seen on arrival into New York by sea\"><figcaption style=\"font-size:.85em;color:#6b7280;margin-top:.45em;text-align:center\">Sailing into New York Harbor is the highlight of a westbound crossing.<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2>Transatlantic cruise lines<\/h2><ul><li><strong>Cunard:<\/strong> the only line running a regular, scheduled transatlantic service, on Queen Mary 2. Expect a classic ocean-liner experience with formal nights, a planetarium and a big library.<\/li><li><strong>Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, MSC, Norwegian and Princess:<\/strong> run seasonal transatlantic repositioning cruises, often from Southampton, Barcelona or Rome to Florida or the Caribbean.<\/li><li><strong>P&amp;O Cruises, Fred. Olsen and Ambassador:<\/strong> offer round-trip Caribbean voyages from the UK that cross the Atlantic in both directions.<\/li><li><strong>Disney Cruise Line:<\/strong> occasional transatlantic sailings when ships reposition.<\/li><\/ul><p>Schedules for 2026 and 2027 are released well in advance. The most popular one-way dates and cabins sell out early.<\/p><h2>Best time for a transatlantic cruise<\/h2><ul><li><strong>April&ndash;May (eastbound to Europe)<\/strong> et <strong>October&ndash;November (westbound)<\/strong> are peak repositioning months, with the most choice and often the best value.<\/li><li><strong>Summer<\/strong> suits Queen Mary 2 crossings, with long days and calmer seas.<\/li><li><strong>Winter<\/strong> crossings can be rough, but are often good value. Southern routes via the Canary Islands are usually calmer.<\/li><\/ul><h2>How much does a transatlantic cruise cost?<\/h2><div class=\"ch-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Option<\/th><th>Indicative fare per person<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Queen Mary 2 inside cabin<\/td><td>From around &pound;675&ndash;&pound;1,200 one way on selected dates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Repositioning cruise<\/td><td>Often &pound;60&ndash;&pound;150 per night for inside cabins<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Balcony cabins<\/td><td>Typically 1.5&ndash;3 times inside-cabin prices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Navire cargo<\/td><td>Around US$90&ndash;150 per day, all meals included<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p>Remember to add the flight home, gratuities, drinks packages, travel insurance and hotel nights.<\/p><figure style=\"margin:1.6em 0\"><img src=\"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/AdobeStock_416832706-1024x684.jpeg\" alt=\"Cargo ship sailing across the open sea at sunset\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;display:block\" title=\"Cargo ship sailing across the open sea at sunset\"><figcaption style=\"font-size:.85em;color:#6b7280;margin-top:.45em;text-align:center\">Sea days dominate a transatlantic voyage, which is a big part of the appeal.<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2>One-way transatlantic cruises: things to know<\/h2><ul><li><strong>You need a return plan.<\/strong> Most people fly back, so book open-jaw or one-way flights.<\/li><li><strong>US entry.<\/strong> Check that ESTA is valid for your sea arrival. Most major cruise lines are approved carriers, but always confirm.<\/li><li><strong>Luggage.<\/strong> Cruise ships have generous luggage allowances, which suits people relocating.<\/li><li><strong>Sea days.<\/strong> Expect five to seven days without land. Many people love it; some find it long.<\/li><\/ul><h2>Transatlantic cruise vs cargo ship<\/h2><p>If you want something completely different, a container ship crossing offers silence, open decks, meals with the officers and a view of how global trade works. There are no shows or crowds, just the ocean. Read our guides to <a href=\"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/fr\/boat-from-uk-to-usa\/\">taking a boat from the UK to the USA<\/a> et <a href=\"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/fr\/fastest-transatlantic-crossing-by-ship\/\">the fastest transatlantic crossing by ship<\/a>.<\/p><h2>Tips for booking<\/h2><ol><li><strong>Book early<\/strong> for the best cabins on Queen Mary 2 and peak repositioning dates.<\/li><li><strong>Watch for last-minute deals<\/strong> on repositioning cruises if you are flexible.<\/li><li><strong>Choose your direction.<\/strong> Eastbound you gain an hour most nights, and westbound you get an extra hour of sleep.<\/li><li><strong>Pick a stabilised, mid-ship cabin<\/strong> if you worry about seasickness. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/cargoholidays.com\/fr\/seasickness-on-a-cargo-ship\/\">seasickness guide<\/a>.<\/li><\/ol><h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><div class=\"ch-faq\"><h3>How long is a transatlantic cruise from Southampton?<\/h3><p>Seven nights to New York on Queen Mary 2. Repositioning cruises to the Caribbean or Florida usually take 10&ndash;16 nights.<\/p><h3>Which cruise lines do transatlantic crossings?<\/h3><p>Cunard runs the only regular scheduled service. Royal Caribbean, MSC, Celebrity, Norwegian, Princess and others offer seasonal repositioning crossings.<\/p><h3>Are transatlantic cruises cheap?<\/h3><p>Repositioning cruises often offer good value per night. Queen Mary 2 prices vary by season and cabin.<\/p><h3>Can you do a one-way transatlantic cruise?<\/h3><p>Yes. Most crossings are one-way, and you fly home or continue your travels.<\/p><h3>Is a cargo ship cheaper than a transatlantic cruise?<\/h3><p>It can be similar per day, with meals included, but it is a very different experience: quiet, flexible and authentic.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ch-cta\"><strong>Cross the Atlantic the authentic way<\/strong><p>Prefer peace and quiet to crowds? 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