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Kemah Airport Shuttle & Boardwalk Transfers

Kemah's Boardwalk and marina district draw weekend visitors year-round, and its spot on TX-146 puts it 25 miles from the Galveston cruise terminals — some cruisers overnight here instead of on the island. Hobby is about 20 miles northwest.

Distances & typical drive times

DestinationDistanceTypical time
Hobby Airport (HOU)20 mi25–35 min
Galveston Cruise Port25 mi30–40 min
Bush Intercontinental (IAH)47 mi55–72 min

Pickup notes for Kemah

Summer weekend evenings back up TX-146 at the Kemah bridge; drivers plan pickups off Bradford Avenue away from Boardwalk traffic.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I stay in Kemah before a Galveston cruise?

Yes — Kemah's waterfront hotels are a popular pre-cruise alternative to the island, with the terminals only 25 miles down TX-146 and I-45. Book the morning transfer the night before; it's a 30–40 minute run.

Where do drivers pick up near the Boardwalk?

On busy weekend evenings drivers stage off Bradford Avenue or 6th Street rather than fighting the Boardwalk entrance loop, and message you the exact corner.

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