From $140 per vehicle — a private transfer to or from Port of Miami and the Ritz-Carlton Hotel takes about 10 to 30 minutes in a chauffeured black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate. The fare is locked at booking with no surge for traffic, and a bilingual driver takes your party straight from the cruise terminal to the hotel door.
The rate depends only on which vehicle your group needs — one price covers everyone aboard, set when you book.
The most dependable way is a pre-booked private vehicle that meets you the moment you clear the terminal. After your ship docks at PortMiami, your driver waits curbside at your assigned cruise terminal and walks your group to the vehicle — request a name sign over WhatsApp ahead of time and it will be ready at the exit. Select the black SUV for up to five travelers or a van for larger groups, with plenty of room for cruise luggage stowed for you. From there it is a single door-to-door run to the Ritz-Carlton entrance, with no transfers and no waiting on other riders. To book, send your ship name, terminal, and arrival date through WhatsApp or the website, and the pickup is confirmed in writing before you sail.
The drive runs about 55 minutes off-peak and stretches toward 55 minutes when traffic is heavy. The gap comes down to timing: a mid-morning departure on light roads sits at the short end, while a late-afternoon run or a hectic disembarkation morning pushes longer. PortMiami feeds onto the mainland through the Port of Miami Tunnel, which keeps port traffic separate from downtown streets and smooths the start of the trip. Your driver watches conditions on the day and picks the cleanest route, but because the fare is set in advance, a longer drive never costs you more.
Yes, a little. When three or more ships dock the same morning, the roads around PortMiami clog for an hour or two and the ride leans toward the longer end of its window. Booking an earlier slot or allowing some buffer keeps you comfortable, and the minutes added by traffic never change the price you agreed to.
The Ritz-Carlton is a luxury hotel brand known for polished service, refined rooms, and a peaceful sense of arrival after a long day at sea. Stepping off the ship and into the lobby, you trade the bustle of the terminal for a valet greeting and an unhurried check-in. You can read more on the Ritz-Carlton Hotels Overview, and browse the brand’s signature bedding and bath line through the Ritz-Carlton Home Collection. The surrounding region blends waterfront views, upscale dining, and easy access back to the port for your next sailing.
If the Ritz-Carlton is fully booked, the wider area offers plenty of stays. Many cruise travelers look at the Brickell area for high-rise comfort, the streets near South Beach for nightlife, or the quieter waterfront pockets closer to the bay. Each sits within an easy private transfer of PortMiami, so your driver can reach any of them on the same flat structure.
Within a short ride you will find palm-lined beaches, designer shopping, and a strong dining scene running from Cuban classics to oceanfront fine dining. Museums, marinas, and waterfront promenades fill an afternoon before embarkation, and many guests time a leisurely lunch near the water before heading to the ship. Your driver can advise on timing so you reach the terminal unhurried.
The flat rate is genuinely all-in for the ride itself. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are built into the price, so nothing is added at the end of the trip. Onboard WiFi runs from a mobile hotspot in the vehicle, handy for posting photos or pulling up your hotel reservation on the way. The driver and dispatch stay reachable on WhatsApp throughout the trip. Beyond the drive itself, a few extras depend on what your group needs, which the sections below spell out clearly so there is nothing to guess at when the driver arrives.
Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice.
The rate covers the point-to-point drive and the inclusions above. Anything beyond that — a gratuity for the driver, or a pickup outside daytime hours — sits outside the base fare. Each of these is optional or confirmed in advance, so there are no surprise line items waiting for you at drop-off.
Your driver waits curbside at your assigned PortMiami terminal as you exit, holding a name sign if you requested one over WhatsApp. You will not hunt through a rideshare lot or cross the garage searching for a car. Send your terminal and ship name ahead of time so the driver is positioned at the correct exit when you walk off.
Yes — disembarkation day is exactly when most pickups happen. Reserve the arrival date and your terminal, and the driver is curbside as you clear customs. Mornings can be hectic when several ships empty at once, so an earlier confirmed slot keeps your transfer seamless and your onward plans on schedule.
Lock in your private ride before you sail. Send your ship name, cruise terminal, arrival date, group size, and whether you require a round trip, and you will obtain written confirmation back. The earlier you book, the better your pickup window on a hectic disembarkation morning — and your payment holds the vehicle until you step off the ship.
Email: [email protected] | Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (786) 682-8748The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Fort Lauderdale is 31.1 miles from the Port of Miami by road, about 55 minutes without heavy traffic via I-95. The fare is per vehicle: $140 for the Black SUV, $200 for the Van and $250 for the Van XL. Pickup is at your cruise terminal curb at PortMiami.
| Road distance | 31.1 miles |
|---|---|
| Black SUV, 1-5 | $140 |
| Drive time | 55 minutes |
| Van, 6-9 | $200 |
| Main roads | I-95 |
| Van XL, 10-14 | $250 |
| Back from The Ritz-Carlton Hotel | $140 / $200 / $250 |
For the trip back, your driver picks you up at the main entrance of the hotel and drives the 31.1 miles to your cruise terminal at PortMiami in about 55 minutes. The return fare is $140 for the Black SUV, $200 for the Van and $250 for the Van XL. The booking box opens with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel as the pickup; just add the date and time. Book the return
The 31.1 miles from the Port of Miami to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel take about 55 minutes without heavy traffic via I-95. At busy hours, allow extra time. Each vehicle has a fixed fare, no traffic or surge charges: $140 for the Black SUV, $200 for the Van and $250 for the Van XL.
Book the time you expect to walk out of the terminal with your bags, not the docking time. The waiting rules for slow disembarkation days are on the FAQ page linked below. The drive to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel then takes about 55 minutes.
At the curb outside your own cruise terminal (the terminals are listed below). Before the pickup you get the driver’s name, car and plate; when you are outside with your bags, message us and the car pulls up for the ride to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
Count people and big suitcases together: up to 10 fit the Black SUV at $140. Larger groups going to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel take the Van at $200, for 9 passengers and 9 cases, or the Van XL at $250, for 14 and 14. One carry-on each is included.
Yes. The return from The Ritz-Carlton Hotel to the Port of Miami costs $140 in the Black SUV, $200 in the Van and $250 in the Van XL. Allow about 55 minutes for the drive, plus a margin, before your boarding time; the return section above has the booking link.
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Excelente serviço: resolvi tudo em uma mensagem só, cabine confortável, tudo limpinho, ótima opção com as crianças!
Well organized: becoming my default for PortMiami pickups, leather seats clean and the AC worked great, a hand with the bags made a long day easier!
Tidy interior. Solid service. Pro driver. Clean SUV.