Royal Caribbean is investing more and more cruise ships in Fort Lauderdale these days so if you're looking to get to Port Everglades (the cruise ship terminal in Fort Lauderdale), here's a quick guide to getting there easily.
Royal Caribbean currently operates a few cruise ships out of Port Everglades including Oasis of the Seas, Allure of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas, Independence of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas and Vision of the Seas.
Photo by Marc-Andre Mireault
Driving
Port Everglades is pretty easy to get to via car thanks to a number of major roads that connect to highways.
If you're driving from outside of Fort Lauderdale (elsewhere in Florida or out of state), you can get easily to the main entrance of Port Everglades via U.S.1, I-95, State Road 7 (441), Florida's Turnpike, Sawgrass Expressway and I-75.
You just need to look for an exit to I-595 East straight into the port (I-595 becomes Eller Drive once inside the Port).
From Fort Lauderdale International Airport (5 miles):
- Exit the airport and follow signs for I-595 East/Port Everglades. Continue to the last exit on I-595 East and follow the signs to Port Everglades.
- This will automatically take you to the Port Everglades security entrance.
- From there, follow the directional signs for your designated ship's pier terminal.
From Miami International Airport (30 miles):
- Take 836 East to I-95 North.
- Exit I-95 North at 595 East.
- Follow 595 to the end; then follow the Port Everglades signs.
From Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
If you are flying into Fort Lauderdale and want to go straight to your cruise ship there are a few options for you. The airport is very close to the cruise terminal via U.S. 1.
The quickest and arguably simplest option is to take a taxi from the airport and have them drive you to the port. Taxi fare will cost you about $10 to $15.
There are also other shuttles and private car/limousine services available to purchase. Shuttle services can be cheaper, especially with larger parties but may take longer. Private sedan/limousine service will be more elegant than a taxi but cost more.
From an area hotel
If you are staying at a hotel near Port Everglades, many hotels and resorts near the port offer complimentary shuttles to the port. Check with your hotel about if one is available and how to sign up for it.
Some hotels require advance sign up and/or a specific pick up time to be brought to the airport.
In addition, many area hotels offer parking for the duration of your cruise for a fee or included in your hotel price.
Royal Caribbean Transfers
Royal Caribbean offers a bus service of its own (called transfers) to bring you to the port from Fort Lauderdale Airport as well as Miami International Airport.
Royal Caribbean offers transfers in one way increments (you can book two one-ways to create a round trip). At last check the cost was $29 per person, each way for a transfer from either Fort Lauderdale or Miami airports to Port Everglades.
To purchase a Royal Caribbean Guest Transfer or for additional information consult your travel agent or the Royal Caribbean reservations department at 1-800-327-6700.
