Contact Us

There are a number of ways to reach the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton. Local public transport and cycle maps are available in the NOC Southampton reception area and are downloadable below.

Please note that NOC is located within the Southampton Docks area, operated by the Associated British Ports (ABP). When entering the docks, you may be stopped by ABP Security and asked to present ID.

We're about a 5-minute walk from Dock Gate 4 and Dock Gate 5 via lit pedestrian walkways. Please be cautious of large vehicles when crossing roads in the dock area.

We're well-connected to the Southampton City Cycle Network. You can use the dual-use cycleway from Dock Gate 4. We have covered cycle parking, showers, and changing facilities onsite. Please use bike lights and wear high-visibility clothing when cycling in the docks after dusk.

Southampton Central is the nearest station, with frequent services from London Waterloo (approx. 90 minutes). A taxi rank is located outside the station.

We're served by several UniLink bus services, including the U1A, U1C, and U1E. These routes connect to the city centre, Southampton Central Railway Station, and the airport.

National Express coaches stop at the Southampton Central Bus Station, a short walk from the railway station, where you can connect to local buses or taxis.

Red Funnel operates frequent ferries from Cowes, Isle of Wight, to Town Quay in Southampton. From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to our centre.