A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Caribbean Resort Suites covers 23.0 miles in about 51–61 minutes door to door, riding in a black SUV or climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver, at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. The route heads north from the cruise terminals to this oceanfront Florida resort, with the driver waiting as your group steps off the ship.
The price is set per vehicle and locked when you book, so the figure below is what your whole party pays — no surge, no change for disembark-morning traffic.
A pre-booked private vehicle is the simplest way off the ship and up to the resort. You reserve one tier for your group — a black SUV for up to 5 passengers, a van for 6 to 9, or a larger van for 10 to 14 — and the driver is assigned to your party only. Pickup is curb-side right at the cruise terminal: the driver tracks the meet point as you clear customs and pulls up where you exit, with a name sign if you request one over WhatsApp ahead of time. There is room for cruise luggage, so the whole family loads in one stop and rides straight through to the resort entrance. To book, send your ship name, arrival date, and passenger count by WhatsApp or the website, and the trip is confirmed with the fare locked.
The driver runs north out of the port and joins the I-95 EXPR express lanes for most of the 23.0-mile trip, exiting toward the coast for the final stretch to the resort. Using the express corridor keeps the route direct on a busy disembark morning, and any tolls along the way are already covered in the rate.
The drive covers 23.0 miles and takes about 51 minutes off-peak, stretching toward 61 minutes at peak. The gap comes down to traffic on the express corridor and the time it takes to clear the port itself on a heavy cruise day. Off-peak windows — mid-morning after the first debark wave, or early afternoon — move closest to the 51-minute end. Mid-week sailings with a single ship in port also run lighter than weekend turnarounds. The driver watches live conditions and adjusts the departure so you reach the resort without rushing through the terminal.
A busy debark morning can add several minutes, mostly inside the port rather than on the highway. When multiple ships release passengers in the same window, the terminal roadways and the merge onto the highway slow down. The driver builds that into the pickup timing, so a packed disembarkation does not leave your group standing on the curb.
Your party rides alone in a vehicle reserved only for you, with a bilingual driver who speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese — useful when you are coordinating a group fresh off a long sailing. The fare is locked at booking, so the number you agree to is the number you pay, with no surge pricing tied to demand. The driver follows your ship’s arrival so the pickup lines up with when you actually step off, not a guessed time. Direct WhatsApp contact means you reach a real person before, during, and after the trip, instead of an app queue. For cruise passengers juggling tight connections and tired kids, that coordination is the point.
A bilingual driver who speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese handles your trip from the terminal to the resort door. The same driver stays with your group for the whole ride, so there is one point of contact for luggage, the meet point, and any timing questions as you clear the port.
No. The SUV or van is reserved for your party alone — there is no shared ride, no other passengers picked up along the way, and no extra stops. You go straight from the cruise terminal to Caribbean Resort Suites with only your own group on board.
Caribbean Resort Suites sits along the South Florida coast north of downtown Miami, an oceanfront base built around beach access and a relaxed resort feel. After a week at sea, many cruise passengers use it as a soft landing — a day or two by the water before flying home, or a pre-cruise night to settle in close to the ship. The surrounding stretch of coast pairs walkable beach with easy reach back to the port and the airport. You can confirm room types, on-site amenities, and check-in details on the Caribbean Resort Florida website before you travel.
Caribbean Resort Suites is itself the lodging this transfer serves, so your room is the destination. The wider area is a quiet oceanfront and residential stretch rather than a hotel strip, which suits cruise travelers who want beach quiet between embarkation and the flight home. Book the resort directly and have the driver drop you at the entrance.
The beach itself is the main draw — swimming, a sand walk, and ocean views steps from the rooms. The coastal location keeps you within an easy drive of greater Miami’s dining and shopping when you want it, then back to a calm shoreline when you don’t. It is an easy spot to unwind for a day after a sailing.
Three private tiers cover everything from a couple to a multi-cabin group, each reserved for your party only.
The fare covers the full door-to-door ride with no add-on for the things that usually surprise travelers. Tolls, SunPass, and fuel are all built into the price, so there is nothing to settle on the road. Onboard WiFi runs through a mobile hotspot, handy for confirming your resort check-in or messaging family while you ride. If you ask over WhatsApp in advance, the driver will hold a name sign at the terminal so your group spots the pickup quickly. The trip is the vehicle reserved for your party, the bilingual driver, and the drop at the resort entrance.
Small pets ride along with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier. The first child seat is free for a child under 5 — just tell us the child’s age when you book. Each additional child seat carries a small extra fee, confirmed at the time of booking so there are no surprises on trip day.
Beyond the flat fare, the only add-ons are an additional child seat past the first free one, and a surcharge for trips that begin outside daytime hours. Both are confirmed before you commit. There is no separate toll, fuel, or fuel-surcharge line, since those are already included in the quoted rate.
Payment goes through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent over WhatsApp or the website — whichever is easiest for you. A 50% deposit confirms and locks the booking, and the remaining 50% goes to the driver on trip day. The deposit is what secures the vehicle and the assigned driver for your ship’s arrival window, so the slot is held the moment it clears. Paying the balance in person on the day keeps things simple for cruise passengers who would rather settle once they are safely on the road to the resort.
A round trip is simply double the one-way price — one leg from the cruise terminal to the resort, the other back to the port for embarkation. Booking both directions together locks the same vehicle tier and a confirmed pickup time for your return, so you are not arranging a second ride from scratch on departure morning.
Trips that begin outside the daytime window of 7 AM to 9 PM carry a small surcharge that depends on the vehicle, since early-morning and late-night sailings call for off-hours scheduling.
Yes — disembarkation day is exactly what this transfer is built for. Tell us your ship and arrival date, and the driver is at the terminal as your group clears the port. Pickup is curb-side where you exit, so there is no walking to a separate lot or app pin with your luggage in tow.
The driver follows your ship’s arrival, so a late dock is re-timed for free — there is no rebooking and no penalty if you come ashore later than planned. Just give us the ship name when you book. The pickup shifts to match when you actually disembark, and your vehicle stays held for your group.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person, so your whole group rides for the one price shown in the fares section above. Five passengers in the SUV pay the same as one. That makes it easy to split among a family or a group of cabins traveling together off the same sailing.
Book as early as you have your ship and date confirmed — a deposit locks the vehicle and the driver for your arrival window. Advance notice also lets us arrange the extras that need lead time: a name sign at the terminal, a pet carrier ride, or a child seat. Last-minute requests depend on availability.
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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Send your ship name, arrival date, passenger count, and any extras — name sign, child seat, or pet carrier — and we will confirm the trip with the fare locked and the driver assigned to your ship’s window. Reserve the return leg at the same time if you want a guaranteed ride back to the port for embarkation.
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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.
The kids were tired so, fit all our luggage without trouble.
Era un viaje corto, solo yo, la reserva tomó cinco minutos. el wifi funcionó, yo se entretuvieron en el camino. Sin observaciones.
Esta vez fui solo, manejo estable y muy relajado. llegamos a las 11pm y el auto ya estaba allí. Valió la reserva.
Pontuais e atenciosos. preço justo pelo que oferecem. não precisou procurar ninguém, o carro tava onde disseram. Sem ressalvas.
My partner and I, no surge pricing, no waiting outside in the heat. wifi worked, kids stayed busy on the way. Worth the booking.