A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and InterContinental Miami Hotel runs about 15 to 25 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. Your bilingual driver meets the group curbside at the cruise terminal and drives door-to-door into Downtown Miami — no shared seats, no surge, no meter.
The fare is flat per vehicle and locked the moment you book — pick the size that fits your cruise party.
The simplest way to reach InterContinental Miami is a private door-to-door transfer booked before your sailing. After you clear customs, your driver is already waiting curbside at your cruise terminal, ready to load the vehicle and pull away — no taxi queue, no app, no waiting for a match. Choose the black SUV for parties up to five, or a van for larger groups; there is plenty of room for cruise luggage on board. From the terminal it is a straight run across the bridge into Downtown Miami, ending at the hotel entrance on Chopin Plaza. To reserve, message us on WhatsApp with your ship name, arrival date, group size, and terminal — we confirm the vehicle and the flat fare in one reply.
A private driver means the vehicle is reserved for your party alone — no strangers, no extra stops, no meter ticking in traffic. The fare is locked the moment you book, so a busy disembark morning or a rainy afternoon never changes the price you agreed to. Your driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which smooths everything from the terminal handoff to directions at the hotel. Booking happens directly with us over WhatsApp, so you are talking to the people running the ride rather than an anonymous dispatch. For cruise passengers juggling tight port schedules and family in tow, that combination — one reserved vehicle, one fixed price, one human contact — turns the trip into the easy part of the day.
The drive from PortMiami to InterContinental Miami takes roughly 15 to 25 minutes in normal traffic. Off-peak, with the terminals quiet, it is closer to the low end. On a heavy disembark morning — when several ships release passengers within the same window — the bridge and Downtown streets fill up, pushing the ride toward the upper end. Because the fare is flat, those extra minutes never cost you more. Your driver watches conditions and picks the cleanest route across to Chopin Plaza, whether that means the main bridge or a side approach. Plan your pickup so you are not rushing a tight hotel check-in, and tell us your timing on WhatsApp so we position the vehicle to match your terminal exit.
InterContinental Miami stands on Biscayne Bay at 100 Chopin Plaza, in the heart of Downtown Miami. The waterfront tower looks out over the cruise port you just left, with the bay, the marina, and the city skyline framing the lobby. Step outside and you are minutes from Bayfront Park, Bayside Marketplace, the Brickell financial district, and the Kaseya Center arena. The hotel itself carries a rooftop pool, restaurants, and a spa, making it an easy landing spot after a week at sea. For rooms, rates, and amenities, see the InterContinental Miami official site or check live availability through IHG reservations and hotel details.
InterContinental Miami is the natural base right on the bay, but the wider Downtown and Brickell areas put you within a short ride of the waterfront, dining, and nightlife. We can collect you from any address in these neighborhoods to or from Port of Miami and InterContinental Miami Hotel, so your transfer fits whichever block you book.
From the hotel entrance you can stroll to Bayfront Park, Bayside Marketplace for shops and boat tours, the Miami Riverwalk, and over the bridge to Brickell’s restaurants. The free Metromover loop stops nearby and links Downtown sights without a car. It is an easy, walkable pocket once your luggage is dropped at the desk.
InterContinental Miami sits in Downtown Miami, just across Biscayne Bay from Miami Beach via the causeway — a short, scenic drive rather than a cross-town haul. If you want to continue to South Beach after check-in, we can arrange that private ride too; just ask on WhatsApp when you book your port transfer.
We run private vehicles only, sized to your group. Pick the tier that matches the cabins traveling together:
Your flat fare covers the whole door-to-door ride and the essentials around it. One booking gets you the reserved vehicle, the bilingual driver, and a climate-controlled cabin from the terminal to the hotel. A few specifics are worth spelling out below, and the only possible extras are an additional child seat beyond the first and pickups outside daytime hours — both confirmed up front, never sprung on you at the curb.
Yes. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the flat rate, so the price you book is the price you pay. There are no road-charge add-ons at drop-off and nothing to settle separately with the driver — the cross-bay route into Downtown is fully covered.
Yes — the first child seat is free for a child under five. Request it on WhatsApp when you book so the driver installs it before pickup. Each additional child seat carries a small extra fee, confirmed at booking, so a multi-child family always knows the total in advance.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, traveling in a pet carrier for the trip. Let us know when you book so the driver expects the carrier and assigns a suitable vehicle. It is an easy add for cruise travelers bringing a small companion ashore.
Yes. Each vehicle carries WiFi through a mobile hotspot, so you can message family, pull up your hotel reservation, or check your next plans on the short ride into Downtown. It keeps everyone connected the moment you step off the ship and into the SUV or van.
Paying is straightforward and split for peace of mind. We accept Venmo, Zelle, or a secure payment link sent over WhatsApp or through the website. A 50% deposit confirms your booking and locks the vehicle; the remaining 50% goes to your driver on the day of the trip. A round trip is simply double the one-way fare — book both legs at once and your return to the ship is reserved the same way. Send your ship, date, group size, and terminal, and we return the deposit link and confirmation in one message.
Daytime pickups between 7 AM and 9 PM carry no surcharge. Trips that start outside those hours add a small night fee, shown below by vehicle size.
If your ship docks late, your pickup simply shifts with it — there is no penalty and no re-booking. We track cruise arrival times for the terminals we serve, so the driver adjusts to your real disembark, not the scheduled one. Message us your ship and we monitor it from there.
Yes — disembark day is exactly when most of our cruise transfers run. Book in advance with your ship and date, and the driver is curbside as you exit, even on a busy morning with several ships clearing at once. The same flat fare applies whatever the crowd.
Your driver meets your group curbside at your cruise terminal, right where passengers exit after customs. Request a name sign on WhatsApp when you book and the driver holds it up so you spot the ride immediately. No hunting through a rideshare lot — you walk out, find your name, and load up.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person — your whole party rides for the one flat price shown in the prices list above. Five passengers in the SUV pay the same as one. That makes a private transfer especially good value for families and groups sharing a single block of cabins.
There is generous room for cruise luggage in every vehicle — the SUV for smaller parties and the vans for bigger groups all leave space for suitcases alongside passengers. Tell us your group size when booking and we assign a vehicle with comfortable room for everyone and their bags.
Book as early as you can — ideally as soon as your cruise dates are set. Reserving ahead secures the vehicle size you want, locks your flat fare, and gives us time to arrange a name sign, a child seat, or a pet carrier. Last-minute requests are welcome when availability allows, but the busiest disembark mornings fill up fast. A WhatsApp message with your ship, date, terminal, and group size is all it takes to hold the ride; we reply with the deposit link and confirmation, and your transfer is set before you ever board.
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 transfer before you sail and step off the ship straight into a reserved SUV or van. Send your ship name, arrival date, terminal, and group size over WhatsApp or email, and we confirm the vehicle and the flat fare right back.
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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.
Bom demais: uma mão com a bagagem fez diferença depois de um dia longo, respeitou nosso espaço, sem forçar conversa, comunicação clara desde a reserva.
Made our trip easier: made small talk only when we wanted, easy to keep using them, no reason to switch, great option with the kids.
Cumpriram tudo: me senti seguro a viagem inteira, viraram nosso contato fixo pro terminal de cruzeiros, sem tarifa dinâmica e sem esperar no calor. (estávamos com 4 malas grandes)
Reservei e deu tudo certo. acompanhou a chegada do navio e ajustou o horário, sinceramente confirmaram por mensagem na noite anterior.
Reservé y llegaron. cargó todo rápido y con cuidado.