Houston Airport Shuttle & Private Car Service
Houston is served by two major airports — George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) about 23 miles north of downtown and William P. Hobby (HOU) about 11 miles southeast — plus the Galveston cruise terminals 50 miles down I-45. Instead of guessing at surge pricing, Lryde.com lets you post your Houston transfer and receive fixed-price bids from vetted local drivers.
Drivers compete on price, vehicle, and rating, so a solo traveler heading to Hobby and a family of six bound for a Galveston cruise each get a vehicle sized and priced for the actual trip.
Distances & typical drive times
| Destination | Distance | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Bush Intercontinental (IAH) | 23 mi | 30–45 min |
| Hobby Airport (HOU) | 11 mi | 20–30 min |
| Galveston Cruise Port | 50 mi | 60–75 min |
Pickup notes for Houston
Downtown hotel pickups typically stage on the hotel's designated passenger loading zone; drivers confirm the exact curb by message before arrival. Allow extra time weekday 7–9 AM and 4–6:30 PM on I-45, I-69, and the 610 Loop.
Areas we cover
- Downtown
- Midtown
- Museum District
- East End
- Heights
Frequently asked questions
How early should I leave downtown Houston for a flight at IAH?
Most drivers recommend leaving 3 hours before a domestic departure: 30–45 minutes of driving plus airport buffer. During rush hour or holiday weekends add 30 minutes.
Is a Houston airport shuttle cheaper than rideshare?
Because Lryde.com drivers bid a fixed price in advance, you avoid surge pricing entirely. On high-demand windows (early-morning departures, Astros game days, cruise turnaround Sundays) bids are frequently lower than live rideshare quotes.