How to Take Public Transport Between Miami Airport & Cruise Port (Just $2.25!)

Travelers heading to the Port of Miami from the airport can save significantly by using public transportation instead of rideshare or taxi services. The Metrorail Orange Line and free Coral Way Trolley provide a cost-effective route for just $2.25 per person, compared to roughly $25 each way for Uber or Lyft. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes total, matching the time of paid alternatives even when accounting for walking. Passengers board the Orange Line at Miami International Airport and travel to Government Center, where they transfer to the free trolley that delivers them to the cruise port. While this option requires navigating an unfamiliar transit system and hauling luggage, it represents substantial savings for cruise passengers. Weekend travelers should note that service patterns change, with the Orange Line operating only to Earlington Heights before connecting to the Green Line. Originally reported by Cruzely, Tanner Callais (June 18, 2026).