A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale SW/Miramar Hotel covers 28.9 miles in about 51 to 61 minutes door to door, riding in a black SUV or climate-controlled van for a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. A bilingual driver meets your cruise party at the terminal and drives straight to the hotel entrance in Miramar.
The price is set per vehicle and locked at booking, so the whole party rides for one rate chosen by group size.
A private vehicle booked ahead is the simplest way off the ship for a group with cruise luggage. You pick the tier that matches your party: a black SUV for up to 5 travelers, a van for 6 to 9, or a larger van for 10 to 14. Reserve through WhatsApp or the website and send your ship name and arrival date so the driver can plan around your terminal. On disembarkation morning the driver waits curbside at the cruise terminal, helps load the bags, and there is plenty of room for suitcases and carry-ons. From there it runs straight north to Miramar with no stops and no shared seats, ending at the hotel front door. One booking handles the whole party, so no one stands in a taxi line or splits across separate cars after a long voyage.
Your fare is flat and set the moment you book, so traffic, demand, or a busy disembarkation day never change the number you agreed to. The driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which helps when you are coordinating a tired family fresh off the ship. We watch your ship’s arrival so the pickup lines up with when you actually clear the terminal, not a fixed clock time. The vehicle is reserved for your group alone, so there is no detour to collect strangers and no waiting for a van to fill. Booking and questions both run through direct WhatsApp, so you reach a real person before, during, and after the trip. Bags are loaded for you, and the ride goes door to door to the Courtyard entrance rather than dropping you at a corner to finish on foot.
The trip runs about 51 to 61 minutes door to door, off-peak to peak. The 28.9-mile route climbs I-95 north from the port area through Miami-Dade and into southwest Broward, where the Courtyard sits in Miramar. Off-peak, with light highway flow, the lower end of that window is realistic. Peak periods push it toward the longer end: weekday rush hours, holiday weekends, and mornings when several cruise ships disembark passengers into the same road network at once. Because the fare is fixed, a slower run never costs you more than the rate you booked. The driver knows the corridor and adjusts the start time to your real terminal-exit, so a heavy traffic day on I-95 does not turn into a missed pickup or a rushed scramble to the hotel.
Three private tiers cover the full range of cruise groups, each reserved for your party alone:
The Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale SW/Miramar sits in Miramar, a quiet suburban pocket of southwest Broward County between Miami and Fort Lauderdale. It is a practical base for travelers who want to be near both Fort Lauderdale and Miami without staying in either downtown. The surrounding area runs to office parks, shopping plazas, chain dining, and easy highway access, with the beaches of Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale a short drive east. You can confirm room details and current amenities on the Courtyard SW/Miramar hotel overview, or review availability and rates through the SW/Miramar booking page before your sailing.
The Miramar and southwest Broward area has several lodging clusters along the main highway corridors, plus options closer to Hollywood and the Fort Lauderdale beach strip if you want to be nearer the water. Whichever you pick within the region, the same flat per-vehicle transfer can run you there from the port.
Miramar leans residential and commercial rather than tourist-heavy, so most guests use it as a comfortable, well-connected stay. Shopping centers, casual restaurants, and parks are close by, while the Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale beaches, plus Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, all sit within a short eastbound drive.
Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the per-vehicle price, so nothing is added en route.
Beyond the booked fare, the only possible additions are an extra child seat past the first free one, and a surcharge for trips that fall outside daytime hours. Both are confirmed before you ride, so the total never moves on its own once you have booked.
Payment runs through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent over WhatsApp or the website. You place a 50% deposit at booking to hold the vehicle and date, then pay the remaining 50% directly to the driver on the day of the trip. A round trip is simply double the one-way price, billed under the same split.
Round trips are available and cost double the one-way rate, covering both the ride to the hotel and the return to the cruise terminal for embarkation day. Booking both legs together means one driver and one coordinated plan, with the same deposit-and-balance arrangement applied across the pair.
Daytime hours run 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM with no added cost. Trips that start outside that window carry a small premium, shown below by vehicle type.
Your pickup re-times for free if the ship docks late. We track the vessel’s arrival and adjust the driver’s start to when you actually clear the terminal, so a delayed berth or slow customs line does not cost you the ride or trigger a new booking. Just send your ship name when you reserve.
The driver waits curbside at your cruise terminal and meets the group as you walk out with your bags. Request a name sign over WhatsApp in advance and the driver will hold it at the exit, so you spot your ride quickly in the disembarkation crowd.
Disembarkation-day pickups are the core of this service. Send your ship and date when booking, and the driver builds the schedule around your terminal-exit time. Even on mornings when several ships unload together and I-95 runs heavy, your flat fare holds and the driver waits for your group.
The first child seat for a child under 5 comes free with the booking. If you need more than one, each additional seat carries an extra fee confirmed when you reserve. Tell us the children’s ages over WhatsApp ahead of time so the right seats are installed before pickup.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person, so the entire party rides for the one flat price shown in the price list above. Group size only decides which tier you book — SUV, smaller van, or larger van. A round trip is double that one-way figure.
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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Reserve your private ride to or from Port of Miami and Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale SW/Miramar Hotel by sending your ship name, sailing date, party size, and pickup time. We confirm the vehicle tier, lock the flat rate, and arrange your terminal meet-up. Message us to hold your date with the deposit.
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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.
Spot on. another smooth ride to the port, that’s why we keep booking. they tracked our cruise ship’s arrival without us asking. Worth the booking.
De la confirmación a la bajada, cada paso en su sitio.
Travelling with friends, the whole group, worth every cent for the peace of mind. they tracked our cruise ship’s arrival without us asking. No notes.
On time. Comfortable seats. Nice ride.
De viaje de trabajo, solo, se portó como un caballero.