A private cruise transfer to or from Port of Miami and Marco Beach Vacation Suites runs about 107.3 miles in 137–143 minutes via Southwest 8th Street and US-41, at a flat rate from $350 per vehicle — a dedicated SUV with a bilingual chauffeur, luggage help, and pickup right at your ship’s own terminal.
These are one-way, per-vehicle rates for transfers to or from Port of Miami; the price you book is the price you pay.
Skip the taxi line and the luggage-on-the-sidewalk scramble — reserve a dedicated SUV in advance and the terminal pickup is planned around your ship, not around app availability.
From the pier it is one run along Southwest 8th Street and US-41 — about 107.3 miles — ending at the door of Marco Beach Vacation Suites.
Most cruises start with a flight — we also run the MIA and FLL airport legs on the same flat-rate, private basis, so the whole travel day can sit under one booking thread.
From Marco Beach Vacation Suites the port is a genuine road trip, and that is exactly when a private vehicle earns its keep — space to stretch, your own climate zone, and stops only when you ask.
Payment stays flexible while the reservation stays firm:
A few things sit outside the fare, so you can plan for them:
Courtesy wait time is included on every booking:
Every booking gets its own vehicle and chauffeur — better service built around your sailing, not a pooled shuttle making the rounds.
Budget 137 to 143 minutes between Port of Miami and Marco Beach Vacation Suites, depending on the hour.
Saturday and Sunday mornings are the port’s rush — thousands of passengers walk off the ships at once — so the pickup is timed to your actual disembarkation, with the Southwest 8th Street and US-41 traffic already priced into the plan.
Three private sizes cover this route; all of them go straight from your ship to Marco Beach Vacation Suites.
Tell us the ship and arrival date and we stage the vehicle for the morning rush: self-assist walkers come off early, checked-luggage groups later, and either way the driver is coordinated by message as you exit.
Families come off the ships every week — the car seat side is handled:
Marco Island rises out of the Ten Thousand Islands with a crescent of Gulf beach, resort towers, and mangrove backwaters full of dolphins.
Planning extra days around Marco Island? See the official Naples, Marco Island & the Everglades visitor site.
For the whole vehicle. The flat rate above covers your entire group one way — it does not increase per passenger.
Roughly 137 to 143 minutes terminal to door, depending on traffic and the hour.
Yes — the same flat one-way rate covers the reverse leg. Book both directions together and each pickup is planned around your ship’s schedule.
Plan on one checked bag plus a carry-on per passenger in the SUV; the vans carry proportionally more. Message us about oversized items and we confirm the right vehicle.
Yes — book both legs together (each priced at the flat one-way rate) and the return pickup is scheduled for your sailing date.
For dawn embarkations or late-night returns, a modest after-hours amount applies:
The difference shows at 8 AM on a turnaround Saturday: app queues and climbing multipliers at the port exits on one side; on the other, a chauffeur already staged at your terminal at a fare set days ago.
There is also the wait itself. A rideshare is requested only after you clear the hall and hauls you to a pickup zone; our driver is coordinated by message as you exit, with 30 minutes of courtesy wait already included, and a schedule change on your side is a message, not a new fare.
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Send the date, group size, and your ship and we confirm the vehicle to Marco Beach Vacation Suites with the pickup staged around your arrival.
Written messages reach us fastest; while driving we cannot always take calls, but WhatsApp and SMS get quick replies.
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Booking a minimum of 24 hours out is our advice. During holidays and busy weekends, reserving early helps guarantee you get a spot.
Absolutely, we take reservations from anywhere on the globe. International payments are welcome, and we keep travelers in the loop through WhatsApp and email.
No. We handle advance reservations only. Booking at least four hours ahead is recommended; same-day rides depend on availability and can’t be promised.
Yes. To lock in your booking, we request a 50% down payment for reservations below $199 USD and 30% for reservations of $200 USD or higher.
No. To hold and guarantee the vehicle, a 50% deposit must be sent through our payment link or via Zelle. Whatever’s left can be paid in cash once the driver shows up.
No. Beyond the airport, we also cover hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private residences.
We run XL SUVs for smaller parties, vans seating 12 and 14, and full-size buses holding 40 to 54 passengers — perfect for large gatherings.
Yes. We handle weddings, corporate conferences, VIP functions, and other special events. Get in touch for a personalized quote.
A number of vehicles in our fleet come with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Tell us ahead of time if it’s a must-have, and we’ll assign a vehicle that fits your needs.
No. We only do private transfers. The vehicle is set aside just for you and your party, with no shared seating whatsoever.
Not an issue. We follow your flight live and shift the pickup time as needed, with no added cost.
Cancellation Policy: For any ride booked, once it hits 24 hours or less it is non-refundable. More then 24+(anticipation) full refund.
Pass along the updated details as soon as you can, and we’ll revise your booking while keeping an eye on the new flight status.
Curbside pickup is our main approach. Just message us your exit gate and the driver will roll up within minutes — typically quicker than the classic sign-holding option.
Should you rather have the driver wait in the terminal holding a sign with your name, we can set that up too for $20
The day before your ride, we’ll message you the driver’s name, the vehicle model, and its license plate, plus step-by-step curbside pickup directions.
No need to stress. We’ll message you the moment your flight touches down. If we don’t hear back quickly, the driver will automatically make his way to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll locate you; we never leave anyone stranded.
On domestic flights, we allow up to 60 minutes of waiting after arrival.
On international flights, the courtesy window stretches to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace window.
For port pickups, we hold up to 60 minutes beyond the scheduled time.
This is uncommon, given that two complimentary hours of waiting are already built in. If you remain inside the airport past that point, the ride can be treated as a no-show. You may also ask for more waiting time, priced at US$ 30 for every additional 30-minute block, paid in cash straight to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers give a hand loading and unloading your luggage.
The standard limit is one large suitcase plus one carry-on for each traveler.
Bringing bulkier or extra items — additional suitcases, musical instruments, mobility gear, or strollers? Let us know beforehand so we can set aside the room. There may be an extra fee.
Yes. Small pets are welcome, provided they remain in a secure carrier. Please give us a heads-up in advance.
Yes. One free child car seat comes with the ride for kids under five. Need an additional seat? Request it ahead of time; it runs US$ 15.
We’d appreciate it if you didn’t eat while traveling. Only water in sealed bottles may be brought on board.
Unplanned stops aren’t part of the base fare. That said, if a short, nearby stop is set up in advance, we’ll do our best to work it in. A modest charge may apply depending on the extra time.
Yes. Give us a minimum of 24 hours’ notice and, subject to availability, we’ll move your pickup time.
No. The price we quote is what you pay — nothing hidden. A driver tip is optional and entirely up to you; it’s always appreciated.
With three suitcases and a stroller, the ride was quiet and comfortable.
Bom preço. No horário. Recomendo.
Tal y como prometieron. autopista tranquila, sin frenazos.
Couldn’t have asked for better: got everything sorted in one short message, professional attitude the whole way, first impressions of Miami were good thanks to this.
Viaje cómodo. Sin drama. Reservé fácil. Buen conductor