Galveston Shuttle Price Calculator — Your Exact Fare in Seconds
Get an instant Galveston cruise shuttle price from IAH, Hobby or anywhere in Houston. Enter your group and bags to see every vehicle that fits, the total, the cost per person — then check if your flight gives you enough time to make your cruise.
- Shared seat $40 · sedan $160 · private van $170 · big van $310
- Per vehicle, tolls included, no surge pricing
- Every Galveston cruise terminal, same price
- "Will I make my cruise?" timing check included
Galveston Shuttle Price Calculator
Pick your trip, then compare every vehicle side by side. The best-value option that fits your group is highlighted.
Prices are per vehicle (shared: per person), tolls included. Child seats and meet & greet ($50) are added at checkout.
Will I Make My Cruise From the Airport?
Enter your flight's landing time and the latest check-in time on your cruise documents. We add time to leave the plane and collect bags, the drive to Galveston and a drop-off buffer.
- Flight lands11:00 AM
- Leave the airport with bags—
- Arrive at the cruise terminal (about)—
- Time to spare before check-in closes—
Estimates only: about 45 minutes from landing to the curb for domestic flights (90 for international), a 45–60 minute drive from Hobby or 75–105 minutes from IAH, plus 15 minutes at the terminal. Flight delays are the biggest risk — see the full cruise arrival planner.
Houston to Galveston Shuttle Price List
The same fares the calculator uses. Per vehicle, one way unless marked, tolls included. Tap a price to book.
| Route | Sedan 3 pax · 3 bags | Van 5 pax · 5 bags | SUV 5 pax · 5 bags | Big van 10 pax · 10 bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ IAH → Galveston cruise port | $160 | $170 | $260 | $310 |
| ✈️ Hobby → Galveston cruise port | $160 | $170 | $210 | $310 |
| 🚢 Galveston → IAH | $160 | $170 | $260 | $310 |
| 🚢 Galveston → Hobby | $160 | $170 | $210 | $310 |
| 🔄 Round trip · IAH ⇄ port | $320 | $430 | $520 | $620 |
| 🔄 Round trip · Hobby ⇄ port | $320 | $340 | $410 | $620 |
Houston areas → Galveston cruise port
| Route | Van 5 pax · 5 bags | SUV 5 pax · 5 bags | Big van 10 pax · 10 bags |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏙️ Downtown Houston | $180 | $215 | $260 |
| 🏡 Pearland | $120 | $150 | $185 |
| 🏘️ Sugar Land | $215 | $260 | $310 |
| 🏡 Katy | $215 | $260 | $310 |
| 🌲 The Woodlands | $250 | $295 | $345 |
Shared shuttle $40 per person from IAH or Hobby to the cruise port · Houston-area fares booked via our booking form · Child seats $15 each · Meet & greet +$50
Choosing the Right Galveston Shuttle
1–3 travelers
The $40 shared seat is usually cheapest. Want your own car? A private sedan is $160 for up to 3 people with 3 large bags.
4–5 travelers
A $170 private van fits 5 people and 5 bags, and costs less than 5 shared seats ($200).
Lots of luggage
Over 5 checked bags? Move up to the big van — 10 bags plus carry-ons.
6–10 travelers
One $310 big van works out to about $31–$52 per person.
Galveston Cruise Terminals We Serve
Terminal assignments can change — always confirm on your cruise documents.
Galveston Shuttle Price FAQ
How much is a shuttle from Houston to the Galveston cruise port?
A private sedan for up to 3 passengers is $160 from IAH or Hobby, and a private van for up to 5 passengers is $170. An SUV is $260 from IAH or $210 from Hobby, and a big van for up to 10 passengers is $310 from either airport. A shared seat is $40 per person. Use the calculator on this page for your exact group.
How does the Galveston shuttle price calculator work?
Choose your pickup point, trip type, passengers and bags. The calculator shows every vehicle that fits your group, the total price, the price per person and a Book button for the best match.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Private sedans, vans, SUVs and big vans are priced per vehicle, so the whole group pays one flat fare. Only the shared shuttle is priced per person, at $40 each.
What is the cheapest way to get from Houston airport to the Galveston cruise port?
For 1 to 4 travelers, the $40 shared seat is usually cheapest. For a group of 5, the $170 private van costs less than 5 shared seats. For 6 to 10 travelers, the $310 big van works out to about $31 to $52 per person.
How much is a private sedan from Houston airport to the Galveston cruise port?
A private sedan is $160 from IAH or Hobby to the Galveston cruise port for up to 3 passengers with 3 large bags and 3 carry-ons. It is a good fit for couples and small families who want a private ride.
How much is a round-trip Galveston cruise shuttle?
Van round trips are $340 between Hobby and the cruise port and $430 between IAH and the cruise port. SUV round trips are $410 from Hobby and $520 from IAH, and big van round trips are $620 from either airport.
How much is the return shuttle from Galveston to the airport?
Galveston to IAH or Hobby is $170 by van. An SUV is $260 to IAH and $210 to Hobby, and a big van is $310.
How much is a shuttle from downtown Houston or the suburbs to Galveston?
One way to the cruise port by van: downtown Houston $180, Pearland $120, Sugar Land $215, Katy $215 and The Woodlands $250. Big vans are $260 from downtown, $185 from Pearland, $310 from Sugar Land or Katy and $345 from The Woodlands.
How many passengers and bags fit in each vehicle?
The sedan carries up to 3 passengers with 3 large bags and 3 carry-ons. The van and the SUV each carry 5 passengers with 5 checked bags plus carry-ons. The big van carries 10 passengers with 10 bags. Shared seats include 1 checked bag and 1 carry-on per person.
What if we have more luggage than the vehicle allows?
Choose the next size up. The calculator does this automatically when your bag count is higher than a vehicle's limit. On the shared shuttle, extra bags are $10 each.
What if our group is larger than 10?
We can send more than one vehicle. Call (832) 786-9934 or message us on WhatsApp for a group quote.
Are tolls included in the price?
Yes. Tolls are included in every flat rate.
Is there surge pricing on cruise days?
No. Your price is fixed when you book and stays the same on busy embarkation weekends, holidays and late at night.
Will I make my cruise if my flight lands on embarkation day?
Use the cruise timing checker on this page. Add your flight's landing time, the airport and your cruise check-in deadline. As a rule, landing at least 4 to 5 hours before your ship's all-aboard time leaves a comfortable buffer.
How long is the drive from Houston airports to the Galveston cruise port?
From Hobby, about 45 to 60 minutes. From IAH, about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. Allow extra time on busy weekend embarkation mornings.
Should I fly in the day before my cruise?
It is the safest option. A delayed flight on cruise day can mean missing the ship. We can pick you up from your Houston or Galveston hotel on cruise morning.
Do you track my flight?
Yes. Your driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pickup time if you land early or late, at no extra charge.
Do you add child car seats?
Yes. Infant, convertible and booster seats are $15 each. Add them when you book.
Can my driver meet me inside the airport?
Yes. Meet and greet is $50. Your driver waits inside baggage claim with a name sign and helps with your bags.
Which Galveston cruise terminals do you serve?
All of them: Terminal 10 for Royal Caribbean, Terminal 16 for Norwegian and MSC, Terminal 25 for Carnival and Terminal 28 for Disney. The price is the same to every terminal.
Is the calculator price the final price?
Airport and cruise port fares shown are the flat rates you pay at checkout, with tolls included. Add-ons such as child seats and meet and greet are listed separately. Houston-area pickups are confirmed when you book through our booking form.
How do I book after using the calculator?
Tap the Book button on the vehicle you want. Airport and cruise port rides go straight to checkout; Houston-area pickups open our booking form. You can also call (832) 786-9934 or WhatsApp us.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations made more than 24 hours before your scheduled pickup are fully refunded. Call or WhatsApp (832) 786-9934 to change or cancel.
Lock In Your Galveston Shuttle — From $40
IAH or Hobby → Galveston cruise port $170 per van • Shared seat $40 • Flat rate • No surge • Direct to your cruise terminal • 24/7