A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Loews Miami Beach Hotel covers 12 miles (19.3 km) in about 20–35 minutes door to door, at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. You ride in a black SUV or a climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver, met curbside at the cruise terminal — no shared ride, no surge, no surprises.
The fare is flat and per vehicle, locked at booking, with the price set by your group size — not by demand, traffic, or the time you land at the pier.
A private door-to-door transfer is the simplest way to leave the cruise terminal and reach Collins Avenue. Your driver is already at the pier, so you skip the taxi line and the wait for a rideshare match.
The route crosses the MacArthur Causeway from the port directly into South Beach, ending at the hotel entrance — no transfers, no shared stops. A black SUV handles parties up to five, while the climate-controlled vans take 6-9 or 10-14 travelers, so the whole group stays together in one vehicle. There is plenty of room for cruise luggage, and the driver loads and unloads it for you. Pickup is curbside at the terminal as you walk out, and drop-off is right at the lobby door, whether you are heading to the ship or coming back from it.
You reserve a private vehicle for your party alone, with a flat fare set the moment you book — never a surge, never a shared cabin with strangers.
Cruise days run on a tight clock, and that is exactly what this service is built around. A bilingual driver — English plus Spanish or Portuguese — handles the trip, so language is never a barrier when you are tired or jet-lagged. Booking and coordination happen over direct WhatsApp, meaning you confirm your pickup with a real person rather than an app queue. The vehicle is reserved end to end for your group, so no one else is added mid-route and no detour is made for another fare. For families juggling kids, bags, and a sailing or hotel check-in time, that predictability is the whole point: one price, one driver, one ride.
The 12-mile trip takes about 20 minutes off-peak and up to 35 minutes at peak, door to door.
Most of that variation comes from disembarkation timing. When several ships clear customs at once, the causeway and the South Beach grid back up, and that is when the drive drifts toward the upper end of the range. Mid-morning and early-afternoon departures from the pier tend to move fast, while late-afternoon getaways meet more local traffic on Collins Avenue. Because your driver tracks your actual ship arrival, the pickup is timed to when you genuinely walk off — not to a fixed slot you might miss. The flat fare does not change no matter where the clock lands inside that window, so a slower-than-usual run costs you nothing extra.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel is an oceanfront resort on Collins Avenue, planted in the heart of the South Beach Art Deco district and steps from the sand.
The location puts you within an easy walk of Lincoln Road’s open-air shopping promenade, Ocean Drive’s pastel Art Deco facades, and the wide public beach directly behind the property. Restaurants, cafés, and nightlife cluster within a few blocks, so you rarely need a car once you have checked in. The resort itself carries pools, dining, and a spa, making it a natural base whether you are spending a pre-cruise night or unwinding after the sailing. For a fuller rundown of the property and its setting, see this Loews Miami Beach Hotel Overview.
Yes — the resort fronts the Atlantic, with direct beach access behind it and the South Beach entertainment strip a short stroll away. Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, and Española Way all sit within walking distance, so most guests park their luggage and explore on foot once the transfer drops them at the door.
Three private tiers cover the route, and you pick by headcount — the whole party always rides in one reserved vehicle.
Every tier is private and exclusive to your booking, with space for cruise luggage and a driver who loads it. Choose the size that matches your group, and the reserved fare follows the vehicle, not the seat count.
The rate covers the full door-to-door trip, the bilingual driver, every road cost, and the curbside terminal meet.
Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all included in the price, so nothing is added on the road. An onboard WiFi hotspot keeps the group connected during the ride. The driver meets your party curbside right at the cruise terminal as you exit, and will hold a name sign if you request one on WhatsApp in advance. Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier. For families, the first child seat for a child under 5 is free.
Beyond the first free child seat, each additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed at the time of booking. A late-night surcharge applies to trips that fall outside daytime operating hours. Those are the only add-ons — there are no hidden road costs, since tolls and fuel are already part of the flat fare.
You pay half to confirm and half to the driver, using a method that suits you — there is no full prepayment required.
Daytime hours run 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM with no surcharge. Trips that fall outside that window carry a small added charge on top of the flat fare.
A late dock costs you nothing — your driver tracks your ship’s arrival and re-times the pickup to your actual disembark. The flat fare holds and no rebooking is needed. Send your ship name on WhatsApp when you book so we monitor the terminal updates on your behalf.
Your driver waits curbside right at the cruise terminal exit as your group walks out. Request a name sign on WhatsApp in advance and the driver holds it where you disembark. There is room for all your cruise luggage in the SUV or van, and the driver helps you load.
Yes — disembarkation-day pickups are the core of this service. Book ahead with your ship name and we schedule the curbside meet around your debark window. Even when several ships unload together and traffic builds, your reserved vehicle and bilingual driver are already waiting for you.
Yes — the first child seat for a child under 5 is included free. Each additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed at booking. Tell us your children’s ages on WhatsApp ahead of time so the right seats are installed and secured before your pickup.
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 before you sail so the driver is confirmed and waiting on your cruise day. Message us with your ship name, group size, date, and direction, and we will set the curbside pickup and send your secure payment link. Booking early means your vehicle and bilingual driver are ready the moment you step off the ship.
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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.
Eu e minha esposa, a reserva levou uns cinco minutos.
Quick couple’s weekend, felt like a regular drive, no chaos, no waving down anyone, the car was where they said, made the day easier, saved at least 15 minutes vs the rideshare line.
Demais. bancos limpos e cheiro agradável dentro do carro.
Una experiencia ideal. tomó las maletas sin q se las pidiéramos, y incluso con tráfico la ruta tuvo sentido.
Highly recommended: took our bags without us even asking, booked online and got confirmation in minutes, they’re our go-to for the Port of Miami.