Motorists are being warned to expect traffic congestion in Southampton today due to a high volume of cruise passengers descending on the city.
Two cruise ships are departing the city and roads near the waterfront are expected to be busier than usual.
Drivers are being urged to plan their journeys in advance to avoid delays.
READ MORE: Southampton driving instructor tried to claim £77 for lunch
High volumes of cruise passengers are expected in the city today with several cruise ships arriving/departing.
— Southampton Travel (@scchighways) March 28, 2024
Please plan any journeys to the waterfront in advance as it will be busy. @SouthamptonCC
Alerting followers on X – formerly known as Twitter – a spokesperson for Southampton Travel said: “High volumes of cruise passengers are expected in the city today with several cruise ships arriving/departing.
“Please plan journeys to the waterfront in advance as it will be busy.”
Cruise ships Aurora and Bolette are currently docked in the city, before both sail from Southampton docks by 6pm this evening.
The Aurora will return to Southampton on Monday, whilst the Bolette can next be seen in the city on April 4.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel