A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and JW Marriott Marquis Miami Hotel runs 5 to 30 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. A bilingual driver meets your group curbside at the cruise terminal, loads the cruise luggage, and drives door-to-door to the hotel in downtown Miami.
The fare is flat and per vehicle, locked when you book, with three sizes priced by how many seats your group needs.
The simplest way is a private door-to-door car booked before you sail. You pick the vehicle by group size: a Black SUV for up to five, a van for six to nine, or a larger van for ten to fourteen. Once your ship clears, the driver is already parked curbside at the cruise terminal, holding a name sign if you asked for one over WhatsApp. There is plenty of room for cruise luggage, so the whole party and every suitcase ride together in one trip. No standing in a taxi line, no transfers, no waiting for a second car. You confirm the pickup window when you book, share your ship and terminal, and the driver tracks the arrival from there. From the terminal it is a short hop across the bridge into downtown Miami, ending at the hotel entrance on Biscayne Boulevard Way.
A private vehicle is reserved for your party alone — no pooling, no strangers, no detours to drop other riders. Your driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which smooths things out for international cruise groups. The price you see is the price you pay: it is set at booking and never moves for traffic, demand, or a late ship. You reach a real person directly over WhatsApp to set the meeting point, request a name sign, or flag a child seat. For cruise passengers stepping off after a long sailing, that means one confirmed car waiting, every bag loaded for you, and a calm ride straight to check-in instead of juggling a rideshare app on the curb.
Plan on 5 to 30 minutes between the cruise terminal and the hotel. Early off-peak runs sit near the low end, often under ten minutes across the bridge into downtown. The high end shows up on busy disembark mornings, when three or more ships empty at once and the terminal access roads back up. Midday and evening traffic on the downtown grid can also stretch the drive. Your driver watches the terminal debark flow and times the pickup so your group is not left standing, then takes the quickest open route to Biscayne Boulevard Way. Because the fare is fixed, a slower-than-usual run never changes what you pay.
The JW Marriott Marquis Miami Hotel rises in the heart of downtown Miami, steps from Biscayne Bay, Bayfront Park, and the Brickell financial district. It is a luxury high-rise with a rooftop pool, full-service spa, and refined dining, making it an easy landing spot before or after a cruise. From the front doors you are minutes from the Brickell City Centre shops, the waterfront walkways, and the Miami Riverwalk. Read more on the official JW Marriott Marquis Miami Hotel Overview or browse the Rooms and Suites guide to plan your stay.
The downtown and Brickell area around the hotel packs in waterfront and city attractions within a short walk or ride. Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park sit along the bay for shopping, boat tours, and open-air dining. Brickell City Centre offers upscale retail and restaurants, while the Riverwalk traces the Miami River. Art lovers can reach the Pérez Art Museum and the Frost Science museum nearby on the waterfront.
The flat fare covers the whole door-to-door ride with the essentials built in. Tolls, SunPass, and fuel are all included, so nothing is added at the end. Each vehicle carries onboard WiFi through a mobile hotspot for the trip. Your bilingual driver handles the curbside meet and the bags. The first child seat is free for a child under five; any additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed when you book. Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp when traveling in a pet carrier.
A few items sit outside the base rate. Trips that begin outside the 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM daytime window carry an after-hours surcharge, detailed below. A second or third child seat beyond the free first one is billed at a small amount confirmed at booking. A round trip is priced as two one-way legs. Beyond these, the quoted fare is complete — no surge, no traffic add-on.
Payment is split so you secure the car upfront and settle the rest on the day. You can pay by Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent over WhatsApp or through the website.
We run a private fleet sized to cruise parties, so you book the tier that matches your headcount.
Your pickup is re-timed for free. The driver tracks your ship’s arrival and terminal updates, so a late dock simply shifts the meeting window — there is no re-booking and no penalty. The fare stays exactly as quoted. Share your ship name and terminal at booking, and the driver adjusts to when you actually step off.
The driver waits curbside right at your cruise terminal and meets the group as you exit. Request a name sign in advance over WhatsApp and they will hold it up so you spot them fast in the crowd. They handle the luggage from the curb and walk you straight to the vehicle for the short ride downtown.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person. Your whole group rides for the one flat fare listed in the prices section above, whether it is one traveler or a full van. A round trip is just double that one-way amount, and the figure never changes for traffic or demand once it is locked at booking.
Yes — disembark-day pickups are exactly what this service is built for. Book ahead, give your ship and terminal, and the driver is parked curbside as you come off, even on busy mornings when several ships unload at once. Allow a little extra time for terminal traffic on those days; the fixed fare absorbs the slower run.
Yes. The first child seat is free for a child under five — just request it on WhatsApp when you book so it is installed before pickup. Each additional child seat carries a small extra fee confirmed at booking. This makes the SUV and vans a practical pick for cruising families arriving with little ones.
Daytime hours run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM with no added charge. Trips that start outside that window carry a modest after-hours surcharge.
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 the cruise terminal in a couple of minutes. Message us with your ship, terminal, date, group size, and any child seat or pet request, and we confirm the vehicle and pickup window right away. The car is held for your party the moment your deposit lands.
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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.
Viajando con amigos, todo el grupo, ritmo tranquilo, ideal con niños. sin peajes sorpresa, sin sobreventa, solo el viaje. Forma perfecta de llegar a Miami.
Trajimos a mis papás, atento sin ser pesado. no hubo que buscar a nadie, el auto estaba donde dijeron. Valió la reserva.
Éramos una familia de cinco y son nuestro contacto fijo para el terminal de cruceros. el wifi funcionó, los chicos se entretuvieron en el camino. Valió la reserva.
Profesionales de verdad. el proceso de reserva fue directo.
Chegamos quase meia-noite, negócio justo, sem enrolação. chegamos às 23h e o carro já tava lá. Tudo certo no geral.