About Royal Galveston Shuttle
Royal Galveston Shuttle is a licensed transportation company based in Galveston, Texas. Founded in 2023, we operate shared and private shuttle services between Houston’s two main airports — IAH and Hobby — and the Galveston cruise terminals, hotels, and select stops along the I-45 corridor.
Since launching, we have served thousands of cruise passengers, families, and solo travelers from across the country.
How We Operate
Shared shuttles run hourly from 8 AM to 5 PM, seven days a week, from both IAH and Hobby Airport. The fare is $30 per person one way. These run on a fixed schedule with stops at both airports and all Galveston cruise terminals.
Private transfers run 24 hours a day from $195 and cover any pickup or drop-off address in Houston or Galveston. There are no scheduled stops — you go directly to your destination.
We serve all four Galveston cruise terminals:
- Terminal 10 — Royal Caribbean
- Terminal 16 — MSC Cruises
- Terminals 25 & 28 — Carnival, Princess, Norwegian, Disney
Private rides can also include stops at NASA Space Center Houston, Moody Gardens, or Buc-ee’s along the I-45 route if arranged in advance.
Licensing and Credentials
We hold an active Port of Galveston operating permit, which is required to provide ground transportation directly at Galveston cruise terminals. We are also licensed by the City of Galveston and registered with the Texas Secretary of State as Royal Galveston Shuttle LLC.
Our drivers hold individual taxicab and limousine licenses issued by the City of Houston and the City of Galveston.
We are a member of the Galveston Chamber of Commerce.
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We are rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
Serving all Cruise Lines including Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise, MSC, and Disney.
Why Choose Royal Galveston Shuttle?
Affordable Pricing Year-Round
As a family-owned business we believe in offering affordable and dependable Galveston cruise shuttle service to families, couples, and solo travelers in this challenging economy without compromising on comfort or service. Our shuttles provide dependable transportation at a price that fits your budget.
Price for our Shared shuttles start at $30 per passenger, making us one of the most cost-effective Galveston cruise shuttle providers in Galveston Tx.
Friendly and Experienced Drivers
Our most dependable drivers are Sunny, Sam, and Andy, and you can trust them for on-time pickup and drop-off. Together they offer over 30 years of experience in the transportation business. We treat every employee like part of our big Texas family. When you ride with us, you will feel the warmth of true Texas hospitality.
Galveston Cruise Terminal Drop-Off Points
Our Galveston cruise shuttle drops you directly at your cruise terminal or hotel in Galveston. Our service covers both Houston airports, all cruise lines and cruise terminals, including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Disney, Norwegian, Princess, and MSC. We also serve Galveston hotels, Airbnb rentals, and properties along the Seawall.
The People behind the scene
The Team
Our drivers have over 30 years of combined experience in passenger transportation across the Houston and Galveston area.
Sunny
Operations Supervisor
Sunny brings over 12 years of transportation and logistics experience to Royal Galveston Shuttle. Having worked with major names like Emirates Airlines, Sunny combines international standards with local know-how. Sunny is also a licensed Limo driver with the City of Houston. He oversees scheduling and daily operations at Royal Galveston Shuttle.
Vicky
Driver
Vicky has lived in Houston for more than 10 years and knows the city better than anyone else at Royal Galveston Shuttle. He knows every street, every shortcut, and the quickest ways around town. Vicky is dependable, friendly, and always focused on giving you a smooth and comfortable ride.
Imran
Driver
Imran is a licensed taxicab driver with the City of Houston and the City of Galveston. He brings over 9 years of experience in passenger transportation. He also spent 4 years driving with Uber and Lyft, completing more than 5,000 trips and earning over 900 five star reviews. Imran is known for safe, reliable, and friendly service. His strong local knowledge means you are in good hands from start to finish.
Top Customer Reviews 2026
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google
“Extremely Happy”
“My husband and I are extremely happy with the service we received from you Sam and the driver you sent for us. You have gone beyond our expectations. We were kept informed all the way until the driver collected us. Thank you again for your service. We would highly recommend Royal Galveston shuttle. Keep up the good service.”
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Pamela and Paul Buck (April 2026)
“Safe, reliable transport to Galveston”
“Imran was great! I booked a private shuttle- I appreciated the great communication. Responsive customer service when I called ahead with a question. And the safe, reliable transport to Galveston. I would highly recommend to anyone needing cruise transport from IAH to Galveston.”
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Julie Bellfy (February 2026)
“Customer service was amazing”
“We had a large group going from Houston to Galveston and they were very accommodating. Customer service was amazing. All my questions were answered in a timely manner and made me less stressed.”
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Wanda Dunn (April 2026)
“Great communication”
“Great communication and responsiveness by the company. Barry our driver was friendly and his vehicle was nice and comfortable for our long ride to the pre-cruise hotel. It was a hassle-free part of the trip. I would use again. Thanks all!”
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Kevin Proctor, Dallas, Texas (February 2026)
BUILD YOUR AIRPORT-TO-PORT TIMELINE
Cruise Arrival Planning
We built a free tool called DockDoc™, available at DockDoc.io, that helps cruise passengers plan their airport-to-port timeline. You enter your flight details, arrival airport, and cruise schedule, and it tells you which shuttle to take and when to leave to arrive at the port with enough time.
It is the only tool of its kind offered by a Houston to Galveston shuttle provider.
Got questions?
If you have questions before booking, get in touch here or call directly.
Opening Hours
Monday – Sunday: Open 24 Hours
Contact
622 Kempner St, Suite 210, Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: (409) 500-2336
Email: info@royalgalvestonshuttle.com