Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland

Getting to Greenock Ocean Terminal

The Port of Greenock is situated at the entrance to Scotland’s western coast not far from its major city – Glasgow. This particular port city has deep waters which makes Greenock accessible for cruise vessels of all sizes and a popular cruise destination.

Greenock Ocean Terminal is approximately 10 minutes away from the city centre and can be easily reached by car, taxi, bus, and rail. If you drive by car, then please use the following address: Greenock Ocean Terminal, Patrick Street, Greenock, PA16 8UU. Another great travel option to Greenock is by train, approximately 35 minutes from Glasgow and around 2 hours from Edinburgh.

Facilities at Greenock Ocean Terminal

Greenock Ocean Terminal has all the necessary facilities like small shops, currency exchange points, a waiting area, internet access, restrooms, informational points, and car parking (we strongly recommend you reserve if needed.) For those looking for some souvenir shops and restaurants, the city centre is within a walking distance from the port. There is also a very pleasant surprise which awaits all the cruisers arriving at Greenock, as there’s a lovely tradition of greeting the ships with bagpipes.

Cruise Destinations from Greenock

Usually, cruises departing Greenock are heading north to the spectacular Scottish sceneries or around the British Isles, allowing you explore beautiful cities like Southampton, Dublin, and Liverpool. Other destinations that can be visited on a cruise from Greenock include Norway and Scandinavia.

Cruises from other UK ports

FAQs about Cruising from Greenock (Glasgow)

We have put together the following FAQs. We hope that you will be able to find an answer to your question below, but if you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team.

How do I get from Greenock cruise port to Glasgow?

We recommend taking a train to get from Greenock cruise port to Glasgow, which will take you approximately 35 minutes. Another option would be by taxi, however, it is generally more expensive and time consuming depending on traffic.

Where do cruise ships dock in Greenock Scotland?

In Greenock cruise ships dock at Greenock Ocean Terminal which is only a 10-minute walk from the city centre.

Do P&O Cruises stopping at Greenock transfer you to Glasgow?

Cruise ships going to Glasgow normally dock at the Greenock Ocean Terminal. From there, you can easily travel to Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland