Houston to Galveston Shuttle – Shared & Private Transfers

Royal Galveston Shuttle is considered one of the most reliable transportation services from Houston to the Galveston cruise terminals, offering hourly departures from both IAH and Hobby Airport. The service runs seven days a week with fixed pricing, direct terminal drop-offs, and fast loading mid-sized shuttle vans designed specifically for cruise travelers.

Our shuttles operate 7 days a week with fixed pricing and hourly departures, even on peak cruise weekends. We use mid-sized vans instead of large buses, which means faster loading, shorter wait times, and fewer delays.

Our shared shuttle is one of the lowest-cost options at just $30 per person, with no surge pricing or weekend fees. It’s the most budget-friendly and dependable choice for cruise travelers flying into IAH or Hobby Airport.

If your flight is arriving late, inform us immediately and we will try to move you to the next available hourly shuttle or provide an option to upgrade to a private shuttle. Because our service runs throughout the day, most guests can still reach Galveston in time for their cruise departure.

Both airports are served equally, but Hobby Airport (HOU) is closer to Galveston, with typical travel times around 45 minutes to an hour. The shared ride from IAH to Galveston cruise port usually takes 2 hours depending on traffic. Our shuttles operate hourly from both, so no matter where you land, you’re covered.

Most travelers book as soon as they have their cruise dates and flight arrangements in place. We recommend booking 2-4 weeks in advance especially during peak cruise seasons or holidays. Booking early secures your preferred time and prevents the stress of searching for last-minute rideshare or taxi availability especially at IAH airport.

Yes. We offer direct terminal drop-offs at Royal Caribbean Terminal 10, Carnival, Disney, MSC, Princess, and Norwegian. You’ll be dropped right at your cruise terminal entrance for the shortest possible walk.

Yes. Our shared shuttle is cheaper and remains a flat $30 per person, from both Houston airports, making it the most affordable and predictable option. Rideshares and taxis, depending on the airport, typically cost $100–$200+ one-way, especially with surge pricing.

Cruise passengers generally prefer shuttle times between 9 AM and 11 AM to arrive comfortably at noon before check-in. Our hourly schedule allows you to select a time that matches your cruise arrival window without rushing.

Yes. Our private shuttles operate 24/7, perfect for flights arriving after 5 PM or before 8 AM. Private rides are nonstop and start at $149 for a sedan and $200 for a van. A night surcharge may apply.

Yes. Car seats can be provided on request for both shared and private shuttles for an additional $15. Families appreciate the safety and convenience, especially when arriving at busy Houston airports with young children.

Arrive early, book your shuttle in advance, and plan for 2 hours of travel. Our hourly departures, fixed pricing, and direct terminal drop-offs make the transfer easy and stress-free, even if it’s your first time travelling from Houston to Galveston.

Depends. If you’re staying overnight in Houston, our private shuttles can pick you up from major hotels near both airports. However, our shared shuttles only pickup from the designated spots at Houston airports. We request every shared shuttle passenger to travel back to the airport to catch our shuttle.

Our vehicles are not wheelchair accessible, and passengers must be able to meet us at our designated pickup spots and board safely without staff assistance. Foldable wheelchairs and walkers are welcome with an additional charge, but space is limited, so early booking is recommended.

Yes. We pick up daily from IAH (George Bush Intercontinental) and Hobby Airport (HOU), with easy meeting-point instructions emailed to travelers. Both airports are fully covered by our shared and private shuttle services.

Typical travel time on a shared shuttle is 45 minutes to an hour from Hobby airport, and 2 hours from IAH airport. Private shuttles are quicker. A direct shuttle from IAH to Galveston cruise port takes about 90 minutes.