A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Home2 Suites by Hilton Miramar Ft. Lauderdale Hotel covers 26.8 miles in about 50 to 60 minutes by black SUV or van, at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. The drive runs roughly 43 kilometers north of the cruise port, and your bilingual driver watches the ship’s arrival so the curbside pickup lines up with your real disembark time.
Each fare below is per vehicle for the whole party, locked at booking with no surge for traffic or demand.
Reserve a private black SUV or van and the driver handles everything from the terminal curb to the hotel entrance. You pick the vehicle that fits your group: the SUV for up to five travelers, the van for six to nine, or the larger van for ten to fourteen. After your ship clears, the driver is waiting curbside at your cruise terminal, ready to load the group and your cruise luggage straight into the vehicle. From there it is a single, direct ride north with no stops, no transfers, and no waiting in a queue with strangers. Booking takes one message on WhatsApp or a quick request through the website, where you confirm your ship, terminal, party size, and any name-sign request. There is plenty of room for cruise bags in every vehicle, so families and larger parties move in one trip.
The door-to-door drive runs about 50 minutes off-peak and stretches toward 60 minutes at peak. The route leaves PortMiami and heads north on the Palmetto Expressway and SR-826, the fastest corridor toward Miramar across 26.8 miles. Real travel time depends on what is happening at the port that morning: when three or more ships disembark together, terminal exits back up and the first few miles slow down before the highway opens up. Once the SUV or van clears the port grid, the rest of the trip is steady highway driving. Your driver builds in that disembark-day pattern when planning the pickup window, so the timing reflects how traffic actually moves on a busy cruise morning rather than an idealized estimate. Evening returns toward the port generally move faster than morning departures away from it.
A vehicle is reserved for your party alone, with a flat fare set the moment you book. You ride with no one else on board, so the SUV or van goes straight from the terminal to Home2 Suites by Hilton Miramar Ft. Lauderdale Hotel without detours to drop off strangers. The driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which helps after a long voyage when you would rather not fumble with directions or an app. You reach a real person directly on WhatsApp before trip day to confirm your terminal, party size, and any special request. Cruise bags travel in the same vehicle as your group in one trip, so a family or a larger party is not split across cars. The price you agree to at booking is the price you pay, with no demand pricing layered on top during a busy disembark morning.
Miramar is a calm, residential city in southwest Broward County, set between Miami and Fort Lauderdale and well away from the cruise-port bustle. The area around the hotel mixes business parks, dining, and quiet suburban streets, with easy highway access for day trips toward the beaches or the wider Fort Lauderdale region. For property details, room types, and current hotel information, see the Home2 Suites Miramar Hotel Information page, and to compare nearby branches you can browse Home2 Suites Locations in Miramar, Florida.
The hotel sits near Miramar’s commercial corridors, with restaurants, shopping, and office parks within a short drive. Its position off SR-826 makes it a practical base for reaching Fort Lauderdale, the wider Broward beaches, and Miami attractions when you have a free day before or after your cruise. The surroundings stay quiet and easy to navigate by car.
Beyond your booked hotel, the Miramar and west Broward area offers a spread of accommodation across its suburban districts, convenient for travelers who want a quieter stay outside the crowded beachfront. Because our transfer is door-to-door, your exact address is where the driver drops you, whether that is the hotel itself or a nearby residential pickup point you confirm in advance.
Three private vehicle tiers cover the route, each reserved for your group only. Pick the one that matches your headcount when you book.
The flat fare includes tolls, SunPass, and fuel, so there is nothing extra to settle on the road. Every vehicle carries onboard WiFi through a mobile hotspot, handy for sending an arrival message or keeping kids occupied on the drive north. The rate is a single per-vehicle figure that does not change for traffic or demand. A few specifics, like child seats and pets, depend on advance notice, so the details below cover what to flag when you book.
Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all part of the quoted fare, with no roadside add-ons. You agree to one number at booking and that covers the full door-to-door drive, including the toll segments along the Palmetto Expressway and SR-826 corridor heading toward Miramar.
The first child seat is free for a child under five years old. Each additional child seat carries a small extra fee that is confirmed when you book, so flag the number and ages of children on WhatsApp ahead of trip day and the driver has the right seats ready at the terminal.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, traveling inside a proper pet carrier. Let the team know before trip day so the right vehicle is assigned and the driver expects your companion at curbside pickup. Without prior notice the pet may not be accommodated on the day.
Payment runs through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent via WhatsApp or the website. You reserve the vehicle with a 50% deposit at booking, then settle the remaining 50% directly with the driver on trip day.
Daytime pickups between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM carry no surcharge. Trips that fall outside that window add a small premium on top of the standard fare.
Your driver tracks your ship’s arrival, so a late dock simply shifts the pickup window at no extra cost. There is no need to re-book or chase a new car. Once you clear the terminal, the same driver is there for your group, and the flat fare you locked in stays exactly the same.
The driver waits curbside at your assigned PortMiami terminal and meets the group as you step out with your bags. Request a name sign in advance on WhatsApp and the driver holds it at the exit, which makes the connection quick after disembarking. Confirm your terminal number when you book so the meeting point is set.
Yes, disembark-day pickups are the core of this service. Once your ship clears customs and you exit the terminal, the driver is already curbside. On mornings when several ships unload at once, expect the first few miles near the port to move slowly before the highway opens up, which is why the timing accounts for that surge.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person, so your entire party rides for the one flat price shown in the prices list above. A solo traveler and a family of five in the same SUV pay the identical figure. A round trip is just double that one-way fare, and the number never changes for traffic.
Public transit between PortMiami and Miramar means multiple connections with all your cruise luggage in tow, which is slow and awkward after a voyage. A private SUV or van turns the 26.8-mile trip into one direct ride from the terminal curb to your hotel door, with room for every bag and a driver who knows the route north.
A more coordinated, premium service — flat fare, named driver, cruise-terminal pickup — at a significantly lower total cost than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate locked at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV reserved for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Cruise terminal meet-and-greet | Driver waits at the terminal with your name | Curbside only after you book | Curbside only after you book |
| Ship arrival tracking | Yes — free re-timing if your ship docks late | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, significantly lower cost than an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
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Lock in your private ride to or from Port of Miami and Home2 Suites by Hilton Miramar Ft. Lauderdale Hotel by sending your ship name, terminal, travel date, and party size. Reserve with the 50% deposit and your driver is set for the day, name sign in hand if you ask for one. Message the team to confirm.
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We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance. For holidays and busier weekends, please book ahead to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from anywhere in the world. We accept international payments and keep travelers updated via WhatsApp and email.
No. We only work with reservations made in advance. We recommend booking at least four hours ahead; same-day service is subject to availability and is not guaranteed.
Yes. To confirm your reservation, we ask for a 50% down payment on bookings under $199 USD and 30% on bookings of $200 USD or more.
No. To reserve and secure the vehicle, you need to send a 50% deposit through our payment link or via Zelle. The remaining balance can be paid in cash when the driver arrives.
No. In addition to the airport, we also serve hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses.
We work with XL SUVs for smaller groups, vans for 12 and 14 passengers, and full-size buses with capacity for 40 to 54 people — ideal for large events.
Yes. We serve weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions. Contact us for a custom quote.
Some vehicles in our fleet are equipped with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
No. We only work with private transfers. The vehicle is reserved exclusively for you and your party, with no shared seating.
No problem. We track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup time when needed, at no extra charge.
Send us the updated information as soon as possible, and we’ll adjust your booking while monitoring the new flight status.
We primarily work with curbside pickup. Just send a message with your exit gate and the driver will arrive in a few minutes — usually faster than the traditional sign-holding service.
If you prefer the driver to wait inside the terminal with a sign bearing your name, we can also arrange that service for $20
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, vehicle model, and license plate, along with detailed instructions for curbside pickup.
Don’t worry. We’ll send you a message as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t receive a quick reply, the driver will automatically head to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you; we never leave a passenger behind.
For domestic flights, we offer up to 60 minutes of wait time after arrival.
For international flights, the courtesy time is up to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace period.
For port pickups, we wait up to 60 minutes past the agreed time.
This rarely happens, since we already include two free hours of wait time. If you’re still inside the airport after that, the ride may be considered a no-show. You can also request additional wait time, at a cost of US$ 30 per extra 30-minute block, paid in cash directly to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers help load and unload your bags.
The standard allowance includes one large suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Traveling with larger or additional items — extra suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can arrange the necessary space. An additional fee may apply.
Yes. Small pets are accepted, as long as they stay in a secure carrier. Please let us know in advance.
Yes. We include one free child car seat for children under five. If you need an extra seat, request it in advance; the cost is US$ 15.
We ask that you don’t eat during the trip. Only water in sealed bottles is allowed on board.
Unscheduled stops aren’t included in the base rate. However, if a short, nearby stop is arranged in advance, we can try to accommodate it. A small fee may apply based on the additional time.
Yes. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and, depending on availability, we’ll adjust your pickup time.
No. The quoted price is the final price — no hidden fees. Driver gratuity is optional and at your discretion; it’s always welcome.
All of us together, and no surge pricing, no waiting outside in the heat. no surprise tolls, no upselling, just the ride. No notes. The $80 rate stayed firm.
Despedida de soltero, buena suspensión, no sentimos los baches. el wifi funcionó, los chicos se entretuvieron en el camino. Mejor imposible
Highly recommended. first time using a private to the Port of Miami, no regrets.
Nothing to complain about, nothing at all.
Reliable. No phone tag, no confusion at pickup.