A private transfer from Port of Miami to Coral Gables covers 6 miles (9.7 km) in about 11–18 minutes door to door, riding in a black SUV or climate-controlled van at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. We move cruise passengers to or from Port of Miami and Coral Gables with a bilingual driver and curb-side pickup right at the terminal.
The fare is set per vehicle and locked when you book, so the price you see is the price you pay.
A private vehicle booked ahead is the simplest way to reach Coral Gables straight off the ship. After you clear the terminal, your driver is already waiting at the curb, takes the bags, and drives the whole group directly to your address — no waiting in a taxi line, no transfers, no shared seats with strangers. You pick the vehicle that matches your party: a black SUV for up to 5 travelers, or a van for 6 to 9 or 10 to 14. Each one has plenty of room for cruise luggage, so suitcases ride with you rather than following in another car. Because the trip is reserved in advance, the vehicle is held for your name and your ship, and the route runs door to door without detours to collect other passengers.
Yes. The driver takes you from the cruise terminal directly to your exact Coral Gables address — a hotel lobby, a private residence, an office, or a restaurant. There is no central drop point and no final leg on foot. Give the full address when booking and the route is planned end to end.
Yes. Both the SUV and the vans are chosen so a cruise party travels with its suitcases on board rather than splitting them across vehicles. Tell us your group size at booking and we assign a vehicle with the space your travelers need for the short ride into Coral Gables.
We run private vehicles only — each one is reserved for your party and no one else shares it.
The drive takes about 11 minutes off-peak and up to 18 minutes at peak. Coral Gables sits roughly 6 miles (9.7 km) from the cruise terminals, a short hop across central Miami rather than a long highway haul. The gap between the two figures comes down to timing: an early-morning departure or a mid-day run clears quickly, while late-afternoon traffic and the rush of a busy disembark morning push the trip toward the higher end. When several ships empty at once, surface streets near the port move slowly for the first stretch, then open up as you head inland. Because the fare is fixed when you book, those extra minutes never change what you pay — the meter does not climb with traffic. We plan your pickup time around your ship’s scheduled arrival so the short distance stays short in practice, not just on paper.
Coral Gables is one of Miami’s most polished neighborhoods, known for its Mediterranean-revival architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and the upscale shopping and dining along Miracle Mile. The district holds landmark sights like the Venetian Pool and the historic Biltmore, plus galleries, courtyard cafés, and the green sweep of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden nearby. It is a calm, walkable contrast to the bustle of the port — well suited to travelers spending a pre- or post-cruise night in the city. For an overview of what to see and where to wander, the official Coral Gables Neighborhood Guide is a solid starting point.
Coral Gables itself has a strong cluster of hotels close to Miracle Mile, and the surrounding districts widen your choices: the Brickell area for high-rise stays near the financial core, or Downtown Miami for properties a few minutes from the port. We can drop you at any of these — give the address at booking and the route runs straight there.
Within Coral Gables and just beyond it you will find the Venetian Pool, the Biltmore Hotel grounds, the shops of Miracle Mile, and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Coconut Grove’s waterfront and marinas sit a short drive south. It is an easy base for a relaxed day before or after a sailing.
Your vehicle is reserved for your party alone — no shared ride, no extra stops, no strangers in the next seat. The fare is locked when you book and does not move with demand or traffic, so a busy disembark morning costs the same as a quiet one. A bilingual driver handles the trip, you reach us directly on WhatsApp before and during your travel day, and the whole arrangement is built around cruise schedules rather than generic city pickups. For passengers stepping off a ship with bags, kids, and a timetable, that means one confirmed driver, one agreed price, and one direct route to Coral Gables.
Yes. Every driver speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese, so directions, addresses, and any last-minute changes are easy to sort out on arrival. If you prefer to message ahead, you can reach the driver on WhatsApp before your ship docks to confirm the meeting point and timing in your own language.
The flat fare covers the full door-to-door ride: tolls, SunPass, and fuel are all built into the price, with nothing added at the curb. Onboard WiFi is provided through a mobile hotspot for the trip. What sits outside the rate is anything personal — meals, gratuities, or stops you request beyond the booked route. State your needs when you reserve so the right vehicle and any extras are confirmed in advance rather than improvised on the day.
Yes. The first child seat is free for a child under 5. Each additional child seat carries an extra fee that is confirmed when you book. Tell us how many seats you need and the ages of the children at reservation so the correct seats are fitted and ready before you arrive.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, traveling in a proper pet carrier for the ride. Let us know when you book so the driver and vehicle are prepared. Without prior notice we cannot guarantee a pet can be accommodated, so message ahead to keep the pickup smooth.
Yes. Each vehicle carries a mobile hotspot, so you can stay connected on the short trip into Coral Gables — message your hotel, check directions, or settle plans for the day. It is included in the rate at no extra charge and works across the SUV and both van sizes.
Payment runs through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent via WhatsApp or our website. You reserve with a deposit and settle the balance with the driver on the day of travel, so there is no full upfront charge and no cash scramble at the terminal. Choose the method that suits you when you confirm the booking.
A round trip is simply double the one-way price — the outbound transfer to Coral Gables plus the return to the port, both reserved together under one booking. Locking both legs at once means the same driver coordination and the same fixed fare apply each way, with nothing recalculated for the return.
You pay a 50% deposit when you book to hold the vehicle and driver for your date, then the remaining 50% goes directly to the driver on the day of the trip. This keeps the reservation confirmed in advance while leaving the balance for arrival day.
Daytime hours run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM with no surcharge. Trips that fall outside that window carry a small premium, added once per trip:
Your pickup re-times automatically at no extra cost. We track your ship’s arrival, so if it docks behind schedule the driver simply waits and adjusts to your real disembark time — you do not lose the booking or pay again. Send your ship name and sailing details when you reserve and the timing follows your actual arrival.
The driver meets your group curb-side right at the cruise terminal as you exit, holding a name sign if you request one on WhatsApp before arrival. There is no hunting through a rideshare lot or a separate pickup zone — you walk out with your bags and the driver is there. Message ahead and we confirm the exact meeting spot for your terminal.
Yes. Disembark-day pickups are the core of what we do. Book your ship’s arrival date and we schedule the driver around your scheduled debark, so the vehicle is staged and ready when you step off. On busy mornings with multiple ships, reserving in advance guarantees a confirmed driver instead of a rideshare wait.
Yes. We run the reverse trip from Coral Gables back to the cruise terminals just as easily, picking you up at your address and delivering you to the port in time for boarding. Book it as a round trip or as its own one-way ride to or from Port of Miami and Coral Gables.
The fare is per vehicle, not per person, so a couple and a family of five in the same SUV pay one price. You are reserving the whole vehicle privately for your group — the rate depends only on which vehicle you choose, never on how many travelers ride in it.
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, group size, and Coral Gables address, and we confirm your driver, vehicle, and pickup time. Message us on WhatsApp for the fastest reply, or email to lock in your private ride to or from the port.
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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.
Preço justo. Interior limpo. Pontual. Ajudou com as malas.
Llegué la noche antes del crucero, ningún apuro con los bolsos de mano. sin peajes sorpresa, sin sobreventa, solo el viaje. Recomendamos sin dudar. (el viaje tomó unos 25 minutos)
Funcionou direitinho. tirou todo o estresse do dia
Bom demais. usei no cruzeiro passado e de novo nesse. mesmo com trânsito a rota fez sentido. Recomendação fácil. (a viagem levou uns 25 minutos)
on a couple’s trip, courteous from the moment we got in.