Five (5) Ways to Arrive from
Miami to Port Canaveral-Orlando
Many travelers prefer to take cruises departing from Port Canaveral rather than the Port of Miami. Some benefits, besides the price—which is usually more convenient—include fewer passengers and the lower cost of lodging in Orlando and the surrounding area.
In this post, we will show you (5) ways to do the trip in case you are considering this option for your next cruise vacation.
1. Private Car - Door to Door
This is, for us and for many fellow travelers, the most convenient and flexible option.
The distance is approximately 200 miles (around 3.5 to 4 hours) and the car will not be shared with other passengers other than the ones in your party. It gives the freedom to select the departure times and any quick stops on the way, if desired.
Plus, we have a trusted contact in Miami who can directly offer this service.
1. Private Car - Door to Door
This is, for us and for many fellow travelers, the most convenient and flexible option.
The distance is approximately 200 miles (around 3.5 to 4 hours) and the car will not be shared with other passengers other than the ones in your party. It gives the freedom to select the departure times and any quick stops on the way, if desired.
Plus, we have a trusted contact in Miami who can directly offer this service.
The price with a trusted driver starts in $400 one way, which is convenient when two or more passengers are traveling.
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2. Train
The train from Miami to Orlando is relatively new, and many travelers are choosing this option as a convenient way to move between the cities. However, by experience we prefer other options if we are going on a cruise, especially when traveling with more than 1 luggage per person.
Here is an idea of the prices:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft: Local to Train terminal in Miami -> $25 to $60
- Train ticket from Miami to Orlando -> $30 - $79 (economy), $149 (premium) one way
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Orlando Train Station to Port Canaveral Terminals -> $40 to $70
3. Bus
Greyhound, FlixBus, or other coach services run between Miami and Orlando (the nearest major city to Port Canaveral). From Orlando, you can take a local shuttle, taxi, or rideshare to Port Canaveral. The bus trip takes approximately 4-5 hours.
Here is an idea of the prices:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft to Bus terminal in Miami -> $25 to $50
- Trip between the Bus terminals Miami to Orlando -> $60 to $80 one way Book here=>
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Bus terminal in Orlando to Port Canaveral ->$70 to $100
4. Rental Car
Renting a car in Miami and driving to Port Canaveral takes about 4 hours. It offers flexibility to explore along the way, and parking options are available at the port.
Prices vary depend on the season and availability, so here is an idea:
- Car Rental in Miami -> $30 to $85 per day (depending on type/size) Book here=>
- Insurance $400 per week (your rental may include it, but it is only basic protection)
- Tolls -> $10 to $20 one way
- Gas -> $35 to $70 for one-way
- IDP (International Driver Permit) -> check if you require one HERE
- Parking at Port Canaveral -> $15 to $25 per day
The train from Miami to Orlando is relatively new, and many travelers are choosing this option as a convenient way to move between the cities. However, by experience we prefer other options if we are going on a cruise, especially when traveling with more than 1 luggage per person.
Here is an idea of the prices:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft: Local to Train terminal in Miami -> $25 to $60
- Train ticket from Miami to Orlando -> $30 - $79 (economy), $149 (premium) one way
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Orlando Train Station to Port Canaveral Terminals -> $40 to $70
3. Bus
Greyhound, FlixBus, or other coach services run between Miami and Orlando (the nearest major city to Port Canaveral). From Orlando, you can take a local shuttle, taxi, or rideshare to Port Canaveral. The bus trip takes approximately 4-5 hours.
Here is an idea of the prices:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft to Bus terminal in Miami -> $25 to $50
- Trip between the Bus terminals Miami to Orlando -> $60 to $80 one way Book here=>
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Bus terminal in Orlando to Port Canaveral ->$70 to $100
4. Rental Car
Renting a car in Miami and driving to Port Canaveral takes about 4 hours. It offers flexibility to explore along the way, and parking options are available at the port.
Prices vary depend on the season and availability, so here is an idea:
- Car Rental in Miami -> $30 to $85 per day (depending on type/size) Book here=>
- Insurance $400 per week (your rental may include it, but it is only basic protection)
- Tolls -> $10 to $20 one way
- Gas -> $35 to $70 for one-way
- IDP (International Driver Permit) -> check if you require one HERE
- Parking at Port Canaveral -> $15 to $25 per day
5. Plane (Less Common)
Not typically necessary due to the proximity, but you could fly from Miami to Orlando International Airport and then arrange ground transportation to Port Canaveral.
The prices vary depending on the dates, so here is an idea:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft to Miami Airport ->$40 to $70
- Flight MIA to MCO -> $100 to $250 one-way Book here =>
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Orlando Intl Airport (MCO) to Port Canaveral -> $70 to $100
Not typically necessary due to the proximity, but you could fly from Miami to Orlando International Airport and then arrange ground transportation to Port Canaveral.
The prices vary depending on the dates, so here is an idea:
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft to Miami Airport ->$40 to $70
- Flight MIA to MCO -> $100 to $250 one-way Book here =>
- Taxi/Uber/Lyft from Orlando Intl Airport (MCO) to Port Canaveral -> $70 to $100
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