A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea covers 35 miles (56.3 km) in about 63 to 73 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, a flat rate from $250 per vehicle. Your bilingual driver meets you curbside at the cruise terminal, loads the bags, and drives straight to your door — one fare locked at booking, no surge.
The price is per vehicle for the whole group, fixed when you book — pick the tier that matches your party size.
Book a private vehicle and your driver is waiting at the terminal when you clear the gangway — no taxi line, no app, no wait.
A black SUV handles parties of up to five; a climate-controlled van takes six to nine, or ten to fourteen for a full extended family. The driver pulls up curbside at your cruise terminal, helps load the cruise luggage, and there is room in back for the suitcases everyone hauls off the ship. From the port the ride is a single, continuous run, and you are dropped at the exact address you give us in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea — a hotel lobby, a vacation rental, or a private home. To reserve, send your ship name, terminal, party size, and date over WhatsApp, and we confirm the vehicle and the driver back to you.
Your driver tracks the ship and positions at the terminal as passengers disembark. Message us in advance on WhatsApp and the driver holds a name sign at the curb. You walk out, the bags go in the vehicle, and you leave — no hunting for a rideshare lot or standing in a taxi queue.
Plan on 63 minutes off-peak and up to 73 minutes when traffic builds.
The trip runs north on I-95 for the length of the journey. Early-morning departures, before the disembarkation rush peaks, tend to land near the 63-minute mark. Mid-day and late-afternoon stretches, especially when several ships clear the port at once, push closer to 73 minutes. Your driver watches conditions live and chooses the cleanest path on the day, so the quoted window already accounts for the usual South Florida congestion. Because the fare is set at booking, a slower-than-expected run never changes what you pay — the clock has no effect on the price. For a tight connection or an early hotel check-in, message us your timing and we set the pickup to fit.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is a small, walkable beach town just north of Fort Lauderdale, known for its living coral reef steps from the sand.
The town centers on Commercial Boulevard and El Mar Drive, where low-rise hotels, sidewalk cafes, and tackle shops sit a block from the water. The Anglin’s Fishing Pier anchors the beachfront, and the offshore reef draws snorkelers and divers who wade in directly from shore. It is quieter and more compact than its larger neighbors, which makes it an easy spot to unwind before or after a cruise. For visitor details and event listings, see the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Town Information page and the local Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Visitor Guide.
Most cruise visitors base themselves along El Mar Drive and the streets just off Commercial Boulevard, where you are within a short walk of the beach, the pier, and the town’s restaurants. We drop you at the exact lobby or rental address you book, so whichever block you choose, the ride ends at the front door.
The town’s main draw is the shore-accessible reef, ideal for a morning snorkel without a boat. The fishing pier, the swimming beach, and a cluster of open-air seafood spots all sit within a few blocks. Fort Lauderdale’s larger beachfront and shopping are a short drive south if you want more to fill the day.
Match the tier to your headcount — every vehicle is private and reserved for your party alone.
Yes. The 10-to-14-passenger van keeps a big party in one vehicle, so a multi-cabin family or a group of friends rides together from the terminal to the same address. For headcounts beyond fourteen, message us your numbers on WhatsApp and we coordinate additional vehicles departing together.
One price covers the vehicle, the bilingual driver, every toll, and the fuel for the full run.
Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the fare, so nothing is added at drop-off for the road itself. The driver speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which smooths the meet-and-greet for international travelers stepping off the ship. Onboard WiFi runs through a mobile hotspot in the vehicle. The first child seat is free for a child under five — note it when you book — and small pets ride along with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier.
Two items sit outside the base fare. Each additional child seat beyond the first carries an extra fee, confirmed when you book. A surcharge also applies to pickups outside the daytime hours of 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, detailed in the late-night section below. Beyond those, the booked rate is what you pay.
Pay a 50% deposit at booking and the remaining 50% to the driver on the day of the trip.
We accept Venmo, Zelle, or a secure payment link sent over WhatsApp or through the website. The deposit confirms and holds your vehicle for the date and time you choose; the balance is settled directly with the driver when you travel. A round trip is simply double the one-way fare — book both legs at once and the same driver coordination applies on each end, so your return from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea to the port is set before you ever board the ship.
You get a private vehicle reserved for your party, a flat fare locked at booking, and a bilingual driver who meets you at the ship.
The price is fixed the moment you reserve, so heavy disembark-day traffic or peak demand never moves it. There is no sharing the vehicle with strangers and no waiting for a pool to fill — the SUV or van is yours from the terminal to your door. A direct WhatsApp line connects you to the same team handling your booking, which matters when a ship clears immigration early or a plan shifts. For cruise passengers juggling luggage and a schedule, having a named driver already curbside removes the most stressful part of arrival.
It is fully private. The vehicle is held for your group alone, with no other passengers, no extra stops, and no detours. You travel straight from the cruise terminal to the single address you provide, and the headcount you book is the only party in the vehicle.
Your driver tracks the ship’s arrival and re-times the pickup at no extra cost if you dock late. Because the fare is fixed and tied to your booking rather than a meter, a delayed berthing or a slow customs line does not change the price or cancel the ride — the driver simply adjusts to when you actually walk off.
The driver waits curbside at your cruise terminal as passengers exit the gangway. Send your ship name and terminal on WhatsApp ahead of time, and the driver holds a sign with your name at the curb. You head straight to the vehicle, the bags are loaded, and you depart without joining any line.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person. Your whole group rides for the one flat price shown in the prices section above, whether that is two passengers or a full van. A round trip is double the one-way figure. Adding more people up to the vehicle’s capacity does not raise the fare.
Yes — disembarkation day is exactly what this transfer is built for. Reserve the date and your terminal, and the driver is positioned at the curb as your ship lets passengers off. Booking ahead matters most when several ships clear the port together, so message your details early to lock the time.
Pickups outside the daytime window of 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM carry a small surcharge over the base fare. Everything else about the service stays the same.
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, cruise terminal, party size, date, and the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea address, and we confirm the vehicle, the driver, and the pickup time back to you. Reserve early for disembarkation mornings when terminals are busiest, and book both legs at once if you need the return run to 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.
Got in late and tired, great option with the kids. they confirmed by message the night before. Worth the booking.
Servicio impecable. atento sin ser pesado.
Tudo perfeito. viagem tranquila e silenciosa.
Viajero individual aquí, llegó puntual sin demoras. llegamos a las 11pm y el auto ya estaba allí.
Mejor imposible. el aire acondicionado funcionaba perfecto.