Galveston Cruise Port Shuttle & Transfers
Galveston is the fourth-busiest cruise port in North America, homeporting Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Disney, Norwegian, MSC and Princess ships across Terminals 10, 25, and 28 along Harborside Drive. Nearly every cruise passenger arrives via I-45 from Houston — 43 miles from Hobby, 71 from IAH.
Lryde.com drivers bid on your exact party size and luggage load, so a family with six checked bags gets an SUV or van quote — not a sedan surprise at the curb.
Distances & typical drive times
| Destination | Distance | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Hobby Airport (HOU) | 43 mi | 50–65 min |
| Bush Intercontinental (IAH) | 71 mi | 80–100 min |
| Downtown Houston | 50 mi | 60–75 min |
Pickup notes for Galveston
Disembarkation pickups stage on Harborside Drive; drivers coordinate by text as you clear customs since ship clearance times vary. On embarkation day, plan to be at the terminal 3–4 hours before all-aboard.
Areas we cover
- Cruise Terminal 10
- Cruise Terminal 25
- Cruise Terminal 28
- The Strand
- Seawall Boulevard
Frequently asked questions
How much is a shuttle from Houston to Galveston?
Prices are set by competing driver bids rather than a fixed rate card. Posting your trip is free, and you'll typically see multiple fixed-price bids within the hour — vans and SUVs for cruise luggage included.
What time should I leave IAH for a Galveston cruise?
Allow 100 minutes of driving plus buffer. If your ship boards until 3:00 PM, most drivers recommend leaving IAH by 11:30 AM at the latest.