From $89 per vehicle — 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. 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.
The 12-mile journey 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 variety. Mid-morning and early-afternoon departures from the pier tend to move speedy, 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 a simple walk of Lincoln Road’s open-air shopping promenade, Ocean Drive’s pastel Art Deco facades, and the broad public beach directly behind the property. Restaurants, cafés, and nightlife cluster within a few blocks, so you rarely require 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.
The rate covers the full door-to-door journey, 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. Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice.
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.
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.
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.
Email: [email protected] | Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (786) 682-8748The ride from the Port of Miami to Loews Miami Beach Hotel covers 6.4 miles and takes about 22 minutes in light traffic via MacArthur Causeway and Collins Avenue. Each vehicle has its own fare: Black SUV $89, Van $140, Van XL $200. Pickup is at your cruise terminal curb at PortMiami.
| Road distance | 6.4 miles |
|---|---|
| Black SUV, 1-5 | $89 |
| Drop-off address | 1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach |
| Drive time | 22 minutes |
| Van, 6-9 | $140 |
| Main roads | MacArthur Causeway, Collins Avenue |
| Van XL, 10-14 | $200 |
| Back from Loews Miami Beach Hotel | $89 / $140 / $200 |
Going back works the same way. The driver meets you at the main entrance of the hotel (1601 Collins Ave) and takes you to your cruise terminal at PortMiami, 6.4 miles away, in about 22 minutes with light traffic. Fares for the return from Loews 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
Plan on about 22 minutes for the 6.4 miles from the Port of Miami to Loews Miami Beach Hotel via MacArthur Causeway and Collins Avenue when the roads are clear. Peak hours can stretch the trip; it is a fixed fare per vehicle, no traffic or surge charges: $89 for the Black SUV.
Set the pickup for when you expect to clear the cruise terminal, allowing for customs and the luggage hall. From the terminal, Loews Miami Beach Hotel is 6.4 miles away, about 22 minutes in light traffic.
Curbside at the terminal your ship uses. Leave the building with your luggage, send a message, and the driver comes to that curb. From there it is 6.4 miles to Loews Miami Beach Hotel.
In the Black SUV ($89 to Loews Miami Beach Hotel) passengers plus big suitcases can add up to 10, so five people with five cases fit. The Van ($140) carries 9 passengers and 9 big cases, the Van XL ($200) 14 and 14, and everyone keeps a carry-on.
Yes. The return from Loews Miami Beach Hotel to the Port of Miami costs $89 in the Black SUV, $140 in the Van and $200 in the Van XL. Allow about 22 minutes for the drive, plus a margin, before your boarding time; the return section above has the booking link.
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Quick and easy. the booking process was straightforward.
Booked it last minute and no issues. first impressions of Miami were good thanks to this, honestly smooth ride from the curb to the lobby. (with 3 carry-ons and 2 checked bags)
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.