Transfer to/from - Miami airport (MIA)

Transportation

Miami International Airport has connections to all of Greater Miami. Various bus services, hotel and van shuttles, trains, cabs and private services such as Uber or Lyft are part of the means of transportation. Public transportation can be boarded at the Central Station, which is accessed by the free MIA Mover train, which departs from the third level of the terminals.

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What door-to-door services are available?

There are private and shared transportation alternatives aimed at groups, families or individuals. The best option is to book online your transfer to or from the airport in advance. This way, a driver will be waiting for you and you will not have to negotiate prices with cabs or transfer companies. You can book a car for 3 people for USD100.00 (total price per vehicle). There are also vehicles for 5 passengers and minibuses for 11 and 14 people. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

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How to get to South Beach by bus

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

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What Metrobus lines connect the airport to Miami?

7A - Downtown Miami, Mall of the Americas, College North, Overtown, Dolphin Mall
36A - Doral, Allapattah, Jackson West, Miami Beach
37 - Red Rd. Transit Hub, Miami Lakes, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Douglas Road, South Miami
56 - (Monday to Saturday) Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Coral Gables, University of Miami, Douglas Rd.
338 Weekend Express - (Weekends) Dolphin Expressway, Dolphin Mall, International Mall
150 Miami Beach Airport Express - Julia Tuttle Causeway, Mid Beach, South Beach, Lincoln Rd

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What Metrorail lines go to the airport?

The Metrorail Orange Line (Tel +1 305 891 3131) operates from 5:00 am to 0:30 am. It travels between the airport and Dadeland North (10-15 minutes travel time), at a cost 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?

Tri-Rail train services (Tel +1 800 874 7245 / 954 783 6030) depart from the Central Station and connect Miami with Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach. On their route, they pass through various stations within Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The fare to downtown is USD2.50 and the trip takes 10 minutes. The fare to the Fort Lauderdale airport is USD3.75 and USD8.75 to West Palm Beach.

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How much does a cab cost and where are the taxi ranks?

Vehicles are available outside the baggage claim halls, on the lower level. The fare is metered. It is USD2.95 for the first 1/6 mile.

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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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