College Station to Galveston Shuttle, Door-to-Door to Your Cruise
The drive from College Station to the Galveston cruise port is about 150 miles and takes about 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr 10 min. We give College Station riders a flat-rate quote by vehicle, tolls included — call or WhatsApp (832) 786-9934. We pick you up at your door and drop you at Terminal 10, 16, 25 or 28.
- About 150 miles · about 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr 10 min
- Pickup at your home, hotel or rental
- All 4 cruise terminals
- Flat rate per vehicle · tolls included
College Station to Galveston Cruise Port Prices
One flat price per vehicle, not per person. Tolls and door-to-door pickup included.
| Ride | Fits | One-way price |
|---|---|---|
| College Station → Galveston (van) | Up to 5 · 5 bags | Call for quote |
| College Station → Galveston (SUV) | Up to 5 · 5 bags | Call for quote |
| College Station → Galveston (big van) | Up to 10 · 10 bags | Call for quote |
| Galveston cruise port → College Station | After your cruise | Ask for return price |
Child seats $15 · No surge pricing · Airport to Galveston prices →
How Far Is College Station From the Galveston Cruise Port?
The Brazos Valley to the cruise port in about two and a half to three hours. Here is the route your driver usually takes.
College Station → Galveston: about 150 miles, 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr 10 min
- Pick up in College Station, Bryan or at Texas A&M.
- TX-6 South through Navasota to US-290 East at Hempstead.
- US-290 East into Houston, then Beltway 8 or the 610 Loop to I-45 South.
- I-45 South over the causeway and Harborside Drive to your terminal.
We Pick Up All Around College Station
Homes, hotels, vacation rentals and offices. Give us the exact address when you book.
What Time Should You Leave College Station for Your Cruise?
Your ride is private and runs 24/7, so you pick the pickup time. Your cruise line gives you a check-in time when you register online; this table shows when to leave so you reach the terminal on time.
| Your cruise check-in time | Leave College Station by about |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | 7:15 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 8:15 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 9:15 AM |
Includes a 30-minute buffer. Leave earlier on holiday weekends and spring break.
Door-to-Door From College Station to Your Ship
Picked up at your door
No airport stop, no shared shuttle schedule. Your driver comes to your College Station address.
Dropped at the right terminal
Royal Caribbean at Terminal 10, Norwegian and MSC at 16, Carnival, Disney and Princess at 25 or 28.
Aggie families and students
Cruising over spring break or winter break? We pick up at dorms, apartments and homes across Bryan and College Station.
About 2.5 to 3 hours
College Station is about 150 miles from the port. A morning pickup gets you to a midday check-in time.
Flying out instead?
Heading to IAH or Hobby rather than the ship? See our College Station airport shuttle.
One flat price
The price is per vehicle with tolls included, so a family of five pays the same as a couple.
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College Station to Galveston FAQ
How much is a shuttle from College Station to the Galveston cruise port?
We quote College Station rides by vehicle and date. Call or WhatsApp (832) 786-9934 for a flat-rate quote, tolls included.
Is there a shuttle from College Station to the Galveston cruise port?
Yes. We run private door-to-door rides from College Station and Bryan straight to your Galveston cruise terminal. Call or WhatsApp for a flat-rate quote.
Do you pick up at Texas A&M?
Yes. We pick up at campus housing, apartments, hotels and homes in College Station and Bryan.
How far is College Station from the Galveston cruise port?
College Station is about 150 miles from the Galveston cruise terminals.
How long is the drive from College Station to Galveston?
Plan on about 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr 10 min, depending on traffic. Weekday rush hours and holiday weekends take longer.
What time should we leave College Station for our cruise?
Your ride is private, so you choose any pickup time, 24/7. For a noon cruise check-in time, leave College Station by about 8:15 AM. That includes a 30-minute buffer for traffic.
Do you pick up from homes and hotels in College Station?
Yes. We pick up from any home, hotel, vacation rental or office in College Station and nearby areas.
Which Galveston cruise terminals do you drop off at?
All of them: Terminal 10 (Royal Caribbean), Terminal 16 (Norwegian and MSC), and Terminals 25 and 28 (Carnival, Disney and Princess).
Can you pick us up at the cruise port and take us back to College Station?
Yes. Book your return when you book your ride to the port. After you leave the ship with your bags, text or WhatsApp us and your driver meets you at the passenger pickup area.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. A family of five in one van pays one price.
How many people and bags fit in the van?
The private van carries up to 5 passengers with 5 checked bags plus carry-ons. For groups up to 10, ask for the big van.
Do you have child car seats?
Yes. Infant, convertible and booster seats are $15 each and are installed before pickup.
Are tolls included?
Yes. Tolls are included in the flat rate.
Do you also go from College Station to Galveston hotels and beach rentals?
Yes. We drive to any Galveston hotel, beach house or vacation rental, not only the cruise port.
Do you offer rides from College Station to IAH or Hobby Airport?
Yes. See our College Station to IAH & Hobby page for airport prices.
How far ahead should we book?
Book as soon as your cruise date is set, especially for weekend sailings, spring break and holidays. Same-day rides are often available, so call if your plans change.
How do we pay and can we cancel?
Book online or call (832) 786-9934. Cancellations more than 24 hours before pickup are fully refunded.
Do I need to tip the driver?
Tips are not included and are always optional.
Can you take us from the cruise port to the airport instead of back to College Station?
Yes. A private van from any Galveston cruise terminal to IAH or Hobby is $170 for up to 5 passengers.
Is there a shared cruise shuttle from College Station?
Shared cruise shuttles in Houston leave from the airports, not from College Station. A private ride is the direct option from your door, and in a group it often costs about the same per person.
Do you drive early in the morning and late at night?
Yes. We run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
College Station → Galveston. One Flat Rate.
Door-to-door from College Station to your cruise terminal and back home after your cruise.