Norwegian Cruise Galveston Shuttle: Private Rides to Terminal 16
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Norwegian Cruise Galveston Shuttle Rates
One flat price per vehicle, not per person, from IAH, Hobby Airport (HOU) or any Houston hotel to Norwegian Cruise Line at Cruise Terminal 16 in Galveston.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | One-way | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | 2 | 2 | $175 | $350 |
| Passenger Van | 6 | 6 | $175 | $350 |
| Executive SUV | 6 | 6 | $200 | $400 |
| Luxury Suburban | 7 | 6 | $225 | $450 |
| Mercedes Sprinter | 14 | 14 | $325 | $650 |
| Executive Mini Bus | 20 | — | $525 | $1,050 |
| Coach Bus | 28 | — | $650 | $1,300 |
Same price every day, day or night. Tolls and airport fees are included. A 5% processing fee applies to every booking, and driver gratuity (minimum 10%) is not included. Need a driver by the hour? See all rates.
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 16: What Norwegian Guests Should Know
Norwegian Cruise Line sails from Cruise Terminal 16, the newest terminal at the Port of Galveston. MSC Cruises uses the same terminal, so tell us your ship when you book.
Norwegian Viva sails on Saturdays and Sundays. Arrive at the time you picked during online check-in, and keep passports and medicine in your carry-on.
Timing your Norwegian cruise day
| From IAH | From Hobby (HOU) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to the port | ~70 miles | ~45 miles |
| Drive time | 75–90 min (up to 2 hours at rush hour) | 50–60 min (up to 90 min at rush hour) |
| Flying in on cruise day | Land at least 5 hours before boarding closes | Land at least 4 hours before boarding closes |
| Flying home after the cruise | Book flights after 12:30 pm | Book flights after 12:00 pm |
First time at Terminal 16? Read our Terminal 16 guide for drop-off, parking and boarding tips.
Weekend Norwegian Sailing? Same Flat Price
Norwegian Viva leaves Galveston on Saturdays and Sundays, the busiest days on the road to the port. Our price does not change with the day or the hour.
Tolls and airport fees are included. Driver gratuity (minimum 10%) is not.
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A local Houston company with decades on the road between the airports and the Galveston cruise port.
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Norwegian Cruise Galveston Shuttle: Frequently Asked Questions
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Which terminal does Norwegian Cruise Line use in Galveston?
Norwegian Cruise Line sails from Cruise Terminal 16 at 1602 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550. MSC Cruises uses the same terminal, so tell us your ship when you book.
How much is a shuttle from Houston to the Norwegian cruise terminal in Galveston?
Flat one-way rates from IAH, Hobby or any Houston hotel to Terminal 16 start at $175 for an Executive Sedan (up to 2 passengers) or Passenger Van (up to 6), $200 for an Executive SUV (up to 6), $225 for a Luxury Suburban (up to 7) and $325 for a Mercedes Sprinter (up to 14). The price is per vehicle, not per person.
Do you charge more for weekend Norwegian sailings?
No. Norwegian Viva sails on Saturdays and Sundays, and our price is the same every day, including weekends, holidays and late at night. Tolls and airport fees are included; driver gratuity (minimum 10%) is not.
What time should my flight land for a Norwegian cruise from Galveston?
Land at IAH at least 5 hours before boarding closes, or at Hobby at least 4 hours before. We plan your pickup around the arrival time you pick during online check-in. The safest option is to fly in the day before.
Can you pick us up at Terminal 16 after the cruise?
Yes. Book your return when you book your ride to the port, and your driver meets you at Terminal 16 after you disembark. We recommend flights after 12:30 pm from IAH or after 12:00 pm from Hobby.
Which Norwegian ships sail from Galveston?
Norwegian Viva sails from Galveston in the winter 2026–27 season, with stops such as Harvest Caye in Belize or Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. Norwegian has announced that Norwegian Prima will sail from Galveston from April to October 2028.
Are you part of Norwegian Cruise Line?
No. Houston Galveston Shuttle Service is an independent private transportation company. We drive Norwegian guests between Houston and the Galveston cruise port, but we are not affiliated with Norwegian Cruise Line.