From $89 per vehicle — a private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel covers 12 miles (19.3 km) in about 20–35 minutes door to door, riding in a black SUV or climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver. The flat rate is locked at booking, so cruise families step off the ship straight into a reserved car instead of the terminal taxi line.
Each fare below is per vehicle for your whole group, locked the moment you book — never per person.
Getting from the ship to the resort is a single private ride — no transfers, no shared van, no waiting on other passengers. You step off at the terminal and walk to a reserved black SUV or climate-controlled van parked curbside, then ride straight to the resort entrance for a door-to-door drop-off. The SUV suits up to five travelers, while the vans handle larger groups of six to nine or ten to fourteen. There is ample room for cruise luggage, so suitcases and carry-ons journey with you in the same vehicle. Trips run to or from Port of Miami and Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel in either direction, whether you are arriving to board or heading to the resort after a sailing. One driver handles the whole leg, and the route stays direct from terminal to lobby.
Yes. Suitcases, carry-ons, and beach gear ride in the same vehicle as your group, so nothing gets left behind or sent separately. Tell the team your group size when booking and they match you to a vehicle class with enough space for everyone and their bags.
Your fare locks the moment you book, so the price never moves for traffic, weather, or cruise-day demand. A bilingual driver handles the route while you settle in, and the vehicle is reserved for your party alone — no strangers share the cabin and no extra stops interrupt the run from the ship to the resort. You confirm every detail by WhatsApp, from the pickup time to a name sign at the terminal exit. Cruise passengers journey on tight windows, and a organized private pickup removes the guesswork of a curbside scramble after a long sailing. One message books the car, one driver carries your group, and the same flat figure covers the whole ride no matter what the road does.
Every driver on this route is bilingual — English and Spanish — so communication is simple from pickup to drop-off. Ask questions about the route, the resort, or your schedule and you get clear answers in English throughout the ride.
The drive covers 9 miles between PortMiami and the resort, and most runs finish in about 25 minutes when the roads are light. Heading north over the MacArthur Causeway onto Collins Avenue, the journey can stretch toward 35 minutes at peak hours or when several ships release passengers at once. Your driver watches live road conditions and chooses the cleanest path, but the fare stays the same whether the road is open or crawling. Because the car is already reserved and waiting, you never lose time hailing a ride or negotiating a price once you step off the ship.
Morning disembarkation is the busiest stretch, especially when three or more ships clear at once and the terminal roads fill quickly. Building a small buffer into your plans keeps everyone relaxed, and since the car waits for you, a slower exit never costs you the ride.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach is an oceanfront resort on Collins Avenue, one of the most recognizable addresses on Miami Beach. The property pairs a long stretch of sand with a cluster of pools, restaurants, a spa, and an after-dark scene that draws visitors from across the city. Your driver pulls up to the resort entrance and unloads your group right at the doors, so the transition from cruise ship to lobby is seamless. For room details, dining reservations, and event listings, the Fontainebleau Miami Beach official site is the place to start, while the wider Fontainebleau Resorts overview covers the brand’s other properties. Whether you are checking in before a sailing or unwinding after one, the resort sits a short, direct ride from the terminals.
On the property you can split your time between the beachfront, the pool deck, and several dining rooms without leaving the grounds. The spa and the evening venues round out a stay, and direct beach access makes it easy to settle in for a few hours. It works equally well as a pre-cruise base or a post-cruise reward.
The flat rate covers the full door-to-door run with no add-ons sprung on you at the curb. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the price you confirm at booking. Onboard WiFi runs off a mobile hotspot, so you can message family or pull up your reservation on the way. Beyond those items, nothing extra is tacked onto the typical daytime ride. If a request falls outside this list, the driver tells you plainly before the journey rather than surprising you afterward.
Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice.
The driver meets your group curbside, right outside your cruise terminal exit, as you come off the ship. Request a name sign over WhatsApp in advance and the driver holds it so you spot them rapidly in the crowd. From there it is a direct ride to the resort doors.
Yes — disembarkation mornings are exactly when this service shines. Reserve your pickup window in advance and the car is parked and waiting as you exit the terminal. Because early morning is the busiest window at the port, confirming ahead locks your spot before the day’s heaviest demand.
Yes. The moment your payment clears you receive a confirmation with the driver details and pickup window over WhatsApp. As journey day nears, you obtain a reminder and the driver’s contact, so you consistently know who is meeting you and exactly where. Any change to your ship’s schedule updates the plan automatically.
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 your pickup now and step off the ship into a reserved car. Send your ship name, arrival date, terminal, group size, and destination over WhatsApp or email, and the team confirms your vehicle and pickup window the same day. Book early for hectic disembarkation weekends so your spot is held before the rush.
Email: [email protected] | Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (786) 682-8748From the Port of Miami, plan on about 25 minutes and 9.4 miles to reach Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel via I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway) and I-95. Prices are per vehicle, not per seat: $89 for the Black SUV, $140 for the Van, $200 for the Van XL. Pickup is at your cruise terminal curb at PortMiami.
| Road distance | 9.4 miles |
|---|---|
| Black SUV, 1-5 | $89 |
| Drive time | 25 minutes |
| Van, 6-9 | $140 |
| Main roads | I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway), I-95 |
| Van XL, 10-14 | $200 |
| Back from Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel | $89 / $140 / $200 |
Going back works the same way. The driver meets you at the main entrance of the hotel and takes you to your cruise terminal at PortMiami, 9.4 miles away, in about 25 minutes with light traffic. Fares for the return from Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel are $89 (Black SUV), $140 (Van) and $200 (Van XL). The booking box below opens with the two points swapped. Book the return
The 9.4 miles from the Port of Miami to Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel take about 25 minutes without heavy traffic via I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway) and I-95. At busy hours, allow extra time. Each vehicle has a fixed fare, no traffic or surge charges: $89 for the Black SUV, $140 for the Van and $200 for the Van XL.
Set the pickup for when you expect to clear the cruise terminal, allowing for customs and the luggage hall. From the terminal, Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel is 9.4 miles away, about 25 minutes in light traffic.
Outside the cruise terminal, at the curb. Driver, car and plate arrive by message ahead of the pickup, so you know who to look for; the drive to Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel starts as soon as the bags are loaded and takes about 25 minutes.
Count people and big suitcases together: up to 10 fit the Black SUV at $89. Larger groups going to Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel take the Van at $140, for 9 passengers and 9 cases, or the Van XL at $200, for 14 and 14. One carry-on each is included.
On sailing day the ride from Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel to your terminal is $89 for the Black SUV, $140 for the Van and $200 for the Van XL. The 9.4 miles take about 25 minutes in light traffic, so leave early enough for boarding.
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Top notch. leather seats clean and the AC worked great.
Felt taken care of: first time using a private transfer in Miami, no regrets, no surge pricing, no waiting outside in the heat, another smooth trip, that’s why we book ahead now.
Tal y como prometieron. comunicación clara desde la reserva, además el baúl entró cuatro maletas grandes más las de mano.
Cumpriram tudo. o carro estava super limpo por dentro, além disso trajeto suave do meio-fio até o lobby.
Punto a favor: acomodó las valijas con cuidado, salió más económico que el Uber Black del viaje anterior, primera vez con transfer privado en Miami, sin arrepentirnos.