A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Tru by Hilton Miramar Hotel covers 27.1 miles (43.6 km) in about 49 to 59 minutes door to door, riding a black SUV or climate-controlled van at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. One booking reserves the whole vehicle for your group, with a bilingual driver meeting you curb-side at the cruise terminal.
Pricing is per vehicle and depends on your group size, locked at the moment you book.
A private vehicle is the simplest way to travel to or from Port of Miami and Tru by Hilton Miramar Hotel, because the driver meets you at the terminal and takes you straight to the lobby. Groups of up to 5 ride a black SUV; larger parties of 6 to 9 or 10 to 14 take a climate-controlled van. There is room for cruise luggage in every vehicle, so you load up once and stay seated until drop-off. No transfers, no shared stops, no waiting for a curbside app match after a long voyage.
Send your ship name, terminal, debark date, group size, and hotel through WhatsApp or the website. Once you confirm, the vehicle class and pickup window are set, and you receive driver details before trip day. Requesting a name sign in advance lets the driver hold it up as you exit customs.
Three private tiers cover cruise parties from a couple to a large family group, each reserved exclusively for your booking.
The fare is flat and locked at booking, so traffic, demand, or a peak-hour rush never change the number you agreed to. A bilingual driver (English plus Spanish or Portuguese) handles the route while you settle in after the cruise. The vehicle is yours alone — never a shared ride with strangers and no detours to other passengers’ addresses. Drivers follow ship debark updates, so a late dock does not cost you your ride. You reach a real person directly on WhatsApp before and during trip day, which matters when a terminal release runs behind schedule and plans need a quick adjustment.
Every driver speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese, so you can confirm your hotel, ask about the route, or sort out a pickup detail without a language barrier after a long sailing. Let us know on WhatsApp if a specific language helps your group.
The drive runs about 49 minutes off-peak and up to 59 minutes at peak, covering 27.1 miles (43.6 km). The route climbs northwest on the Palmetto Expressway and SR-826 toward Miramar in Broward County. Mid-morning, when most ships release passengers at once, the corridor near the port fills first, then loosens as you head inland. Afternoon rush hour around the SR-826 interchanges is the other slow stretch. Because the fare is fixed, a longer crawl in traffic never raises your price — only the clock moves, not the number you pay.
When three or more ships dock together, the terminal exits and the roads feeding the port back up for the first hour. Drivers watch debark times and time the pickup to that wave, which keeps you moving sooner rather than idling in port congestion.
Tru by Hilton Miramar sits in Miramar, a Broward County city between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, surrounded by business parks, chain dining, and quick access to I-75 and the Florida Turnpike. The area is calmer than the port itself, making it an easy base before or after a cruise. You can confirm room details and amenities on the Tru by Hilton Miramar hotel page or browse the brand’s other Tru by Hilton listings in Miramar.
Miramar puts you within a short drive of Hard Rock Stadium, the shops and restaurants along Miramar Parkway, and the outlet malls of nearby Sunrise. Hollywood Beach and the Fort Lauderdale waterfront are both reachable for a pre- or post-cruise day, while the quieter residential setting keeps the hotel itself easy to come and go from.
The per-vehicle rate covers tolls, SunPass, and fuel, so nothing is added for the highways the route uses. Onboard WiFi runs through a mobile hotspot for the ride. Your bilingual driver and the curb-side terminal pickup are part of the price. The first child seat is free for a child under 5 when requested at booking; each additional child seat carries an extra fee confirmed before trip day. Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier.
Beyond the flat fare, extras are limited: each additional child seat after the first, and a surcharge for pickups outside daytime hours. There are no demand or traffic add-ons. Anything you need that sits outside the standard service is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you commit, so the final number holds no surprises.
Payment runs through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent by WhatsApp or on the website. A 50% deposit confirms your booking, and the remaining 50% goes to the driver on trip day. Splitting it this way reserves your vehicle and pickup window in advance while keeping the balance simple to settle once you are on the road.
A round trip is simply double the one-way fare for your vehicle class — the return leg locks at the same rate as the outbound. Book both directions together and the same flat pricing applies to the ride back to the port on your departure day.
Trips between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM carry no surcharge. Pickups that fall outside those daytime hours add the amount listed below, set per trip and disclosed before you confirm.
Your driver tracks ship debark times and re-times the pickup at no extra charge if your ship arrives behind schedule. There is nothing to re-book and no penalty for a delayed dock. Keep your WhatsApp handy so we can confirm the moment your group clears the terminal, then the vehicle is ready.
The driver meets your group curb-side at your cruise terminal as you exit, holding a name sign when you request one on WhatsApp in advance. You walk straight from the building to a vehicle reserved for you — no app match, no hunting for a pickup zone after the voyage. Share your terminal letter when booking.
Small pets ride along with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier for the trip. Let us know your pet’s size when you book so the right vehicle is assigned. The flat fare for your group does not change for a traveling pet, and the carrier rule keeps the ride comfortable for everyone.
The first child seat is free for a child under 5 when you request it at booking. Each additional child seat carries an extra fee confirmed before trip day. Tell us your children’s ages on WhatsApp so the correct seats are installed and ready in the SUV or van when the driver meets you.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person, so your whole group rides for the one flat price shown in the pricing list above. Whether two or twelve travelers board, the number is tied to the vehicle class you book, never multiplied by headcount. That keeps a full family transfer predictable.
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 before you sail by sending your ship name, terminal, debark date, group size, and hotel. We confirm the vehicle class, pickup window, and driver details so everything is set the moment you step off the ship. Message us to book or to ask anything about the route.
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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.
Indico. não sabia o que esperar e superou as expectativas.
Travelling alone for work, received instructions clearly before pickup. no waving down anyone, the car was where they said. Worth the booking.
buen conductor. buen precio. vale la pena. reserva fácil.
Quick couple’s weekend, they’re our go-to for the Port of Miami. the trunk fit four large suitcases plus carry-ons. Easy recommendation.
sem espera, sem taxa extra, sem surpresa.