Transfer to/from - Miami airport (MIA)

Transportation

Miami International Airport is connected to all of Greater Miami. Several transportation options are available, including public buses, hotel shuttles and vans, trains, taxis, and private services such as Uber and Lyft. Public transportation can be accessed at the Central Station, which is reached via the free MIA Mover train departing from the third level of the terminals.

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What door-to-door services are available?

There are private and shared transport options for groups, families, or individuals. The best option is to book your transfer online in advance. This way, a driver will be waiting for you, and you won’t have to negotiate prices with taxis or transport companies. You can book a car for 3 passengers for USD74.00 (total price per vehicle). There are also vehicles for 4 (USD80.00) and 6 passengers (USD82.00), as well as minibuses for 11 (USD167.23) and 14 people (USD193.54). Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

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How to get to South Beach by bus

The 150 Miami Beach Airport Express runs every 30 minutes from 5:20 am to 11:20 pm to Mid Beach, via Julia Tuttle Causeway. It then offers limited service to South Beach along Collins Ave / Indian Creek Dr and Washington Ave. Fare: USD2.25.

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Which Metrobus lines connect the airport to Miami?

7A – Miami-Dade College Wolfson Campus, College North Metromover, Historic Overtown / Lyric Theatre, Dolphin Mall
20 – Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover / Omni Metrobus Terminal, South Beach
36A – Doral, Allapattah, South Beach
37 – Miami Lakes, Hialeah, Douglas Road, South Miami
57 – (Monday to Saturday) University Metrorail, Coral Gables, Nicklaus Children's Hospital
150 Miami Beach Airport Express – Julia Tuttle Causeway, Mid Beach, South Beach, Lincoln Rd
338 Weekend Express – (weekends) Dolphin Expressway, Dolphin Mall, International Mall
MetroLink LeJeune – (Monday to Friday) LeJeune Rd, Opa-locka Tri-Rail Station

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Which Metrorail lines reach the airport?

The Orange Line of the Metrorail (Tel +1 786 469 5675) operates from 5:00 am to 0:20 am. It travels between the airport and Dadeland North (10–15 minutes), with a fare of USD2.25. Other stops include Earlington Heights, Santa Clara, Culmer, Civic Center, Coconut Grove, South Miami, and the University of Miami. The Green Line runs to Palmetto, with stops in Hialeah, Tri-Rail, and Brownsville.

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What is the best way to get to Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach?

From the Central Station, Tri-Rail trains (Tel +1 800 874 7245) connect Miami to Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach. The route includes stops throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. The fare to downtown Fort Lauderdale is USD2.50, and it takes about 10 minutes. The fare to Fort Lauderdale Airport is USD3.75 and USD8.75 to West Palm Beach.

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How much is a taxi and where are the stands?

Taxis are available outside the baggage claim areas on the lower level (arrivals). Fares are metered, with a minimum fare of USD15.00 from the airport. The first 1/6 mile costs USD2.95.

App-based ride services pick up passengers on the arrivals level outside doors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 15, 20, and 23.

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Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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