Royal Caribbean Galveston Port Shuttle: Private Rides to Terminal 10
Sailing with Royal Caribbean from Galveston? We drive you from Bush Intercontinental (IAH), Hobby Airport (HOU), any Houston hotel or your home straight to Royal Caribbean Cruise Terminal 10, in a private vehicle with no shared stops. You pay one flat price per vehicle, not per person, and your driver tracks your flight and helps with every bag. After the cruise, we pick you up at Terminal 10 and take you back to the airport or home.
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Royal Caribbean Galveston Shuttle Rates
One flat price per vehicle, not per person, from IAH, Hobby Airport (HOU) or any Houston hotel to Royal Caribbean Cruise Terminal 10 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.
Royal Caribbean Galveston Port: Terminal 10 Guide
Royal Caribbean has its own terminal at the Port of Galveston, separate from the Carnival terminals. Tell us your ship when you book and we drop you at the right curb.
Big ships like Symphony of the Seas carry more than 5,000 guests, so the curb is busy on sailing day. Arrive at the time you picked during online check-in, and keep passports and medicine in your carry-on.
Timing your Royal Caribbean 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 |
More help for cruise day: our full Terminal 10 shuttle guide and Royal Caribbean Galveston parking prices.
Royal Caribbean Transfer or Private Shuttle?
Royal Caribbean sells airport transfers per person in its Cruise Planner. Our price is per vehicle, so the bigger your group, the less each person pays. Compare your Cruise Planner price with this table.
| Group size | Vehicle | One-way total | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 travelers | Passenger Van | $175 | $43.75 |
| 6 travelers | Passenger Van | $175 | $29.17 |
| 7 travelers | Luxury Suburban | $225 | $32.14 |
| 14 travelers | Mercedes Sprinter | $325 | $23.21 |
And with a private shuttle, you leave the airport as soon as your group has its bags, with no waiting for other passengers.
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Royal Caribbean Galveston Shuttle: Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question? Contact us or call +1 (346) 786-0222, 24/7.
Which terminal does Royal Caribbean use in Galveston?
Royal Caribbean sails from Cruise Terminal 10 at 1402 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550. It is Royal Caribbean's own terminal, separate from the Carnival terminals, so tell us your ship when you book.
How much is a shuttle from Houston to Royal Caribbean Terminal 10?
Flat one-way rates from IAH, Hobby or any Houston hotel to Terminal 10 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.
Is a private shuttle cheaper than Royal Caribbean's transfer?
Royal Caribbean prices its transfers per person in the Cruise Planner. Our price is per vehicle, so a group of six in a Passenger Van pays $175 one way, about $29 per person. Multiply your Cruise Planner price by your group size to compare.
What time should my flight land for a Royal Caribbean 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 10 after the cruise?
Yes. Book your return when you book your ride to the port, and your driver meets you at Terminal 10 after you disembark. We recommend flights after 12:30 pm from IAH or after 12:00 pm from Hobby.
Which Royal Caribbean ships sail from Galveston?
Symphony of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas sail from Galveston in 2026. Royal Caribbean has announced that Icon of the Seas will start sailing from Galveston in August 2027. We drive guests to every Royal Caribbean ship at Terminal 10.
Are you part of Royal Caribbean?
No. Houston Galveston Shuttle Service is an independent private transportation company. We drive Royal Caribbean guests between Houston and the Galveston cruise port, but we are not affiliated with Royal Caribbean International.