Hourly private transportation

Hourly Car Service Miami

Plan your family’s day with hourly car service in Miami and a private driver. Choose a passenger van for your group or an SUV for up to five passengers, with an itinerary arranged around your stops.

Hourly Car Service Miami
Our group favoritePrivate van · Up to 14
Smaller partiesSUV · Up to 5
General minimum5 reserved hours
Personal assistanceEnglish & Spanish
A DAY THAT FITS YOUR PEOPLE

Plan Your Hourly Car Service in Miami

A multi-stop day needs more than a pickup and a destination. Tell us where you want to begin, what you hope to do and where you need to finish. We review driving, waiting and time at each stop together.

For cruise guests with a late flight, a reserved vehicle can connect PortMiami, a relaxed lunch and a short Miami outing before the airport. Choose a pace that leaves enough room for check-in.

Golden Ride Miami is a family transportation business. We take time to review the details with you, from the first meeting point to the last drop-off. Let us know what matters most to your party so your proposed itinerary reflects the day you want.

OFF THE SHIP. STILL ON VACATION.

Leaving Your Miami Cruise Before an Afternoon or Evening Flight?

Your last day can include more than a terminal and a long airport wait. Reserve a private vehicle and driver for a meal, a shopping stop or a few more Miami memories before your flight.

Our passenger van gives families and friends room to travel together. Smaller parties can choose an SUV for up to five passengers. Tell us about every suitcase so we can confirm the right fit.

Get a quote for your trip

PortMiami Pickup, Time to Enjoy Miami and Airport Drop-Off

01 · MEET YOUR DRIVER

Begin after disembarkation

Choose a realistic pickup time after your group has left the ship and collected luggage. Your driver coordinates the authorized meeting area. Let the driver know when everyone is ready together.

02 · MAKE THE TIME YOURS

Lunch, shopping or a short outing

Choose stops that suit your group’s energy and interests. A relaxed meal and one visit can be more enjoyable than rushing. Meals, purchases, attraction tickets and guided tours are separate.

03 · CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY

Finish at your agreed airport

Include MIA or FLL and your flight details in the request. Allow time for traffic, check-in and security when planning your airport arrival around your airline’s requirements.

The route is agreed in advance. This example is a planning idea, not a fixed tour or a promise that every stop will fit your flight schedule. If you only need a direct port-to-airport journey, view our Miami cruise port transportation.

TRAVEL TOGETHER, COMFORTABLY

Private Vans and SUVs with a Driver in Miami

SUV XL · Up to 5 passengers

Ford Expedition, Chevrolet Suburban or similar. Private transportation for couples and smaller families.

From USD 100 per hour

5-hour minimum from USD 500 per vehicle.

Van · Up to 9 passengers

Ford Transit or similar. An additional group option when you need more seats than an SUV.

From USD 120 per hour

5-hour minimum from USD 600 per vehicle.

SUV Platinum · Up to 5 passengers

Lincoln Navigator, Cadillac Escalade or similar. An upgraded SUV category for a smaller party.

From USD 140 per hour

5-hour minimum from USD 700 per vehicle.

Prices are starting amounts per vehicle. Exact addresses, distance, itinerary, reserved hours and extras can increase the quote. Models are examples; a similar vehicle in the confirmed category may be assigned. Every passenger, including babies and children, counts toward capacity.

Share suitcase sizes, strollers and other large items. Seating capacity does not mean unlimited luggage space. Larger groups can ask about separately quoted minibus and coach arrangements.

How Your Reserved Hours Work

The general minimum is five hours. Count driving, waiting, meal stops and visits within that period. Your time starts at the agreed pickup time; coming out late uses part of the block and does not move the scheduled finish.

If you finish early

The full contracted amount remains payable. Unused hours do not reduce the price and are not refunded.

If you need longer

Coordinate an extension in advance, subject to availability. The first fifteen extra minutes are a tolerance; from minute sixteen, a full additional hour applies at your booked vehicle’s rate.

The courtesy waiting periods for separate airport and port transfers are not additional free time on an hourly service. Choose your pickup carefully, especially after a cruise, and stay in contact with your assigned driver.

Hourly Private Transportation Across Miami and Miami Beach

Our hourly service area runs from Kendall to Fort Lauderdale, and west to Doral and Dolphin Mall. Share the exact addresses for Miami Beach, South Beach, Brickell, Downtown or other requested stops so we can review the route.

Hourly transportation is useful for shopping, appointments, meetings and independent sightseeing. Longer journeys such as Miami–Orlando private transportation receive a separate route quote. A day with multiple locations needs enough time for the whole itinerary.

Parking and meeting points

Your driver uses legal parking or waiting locations. Parking costs are separate. Agree on where to meet after each stop; waiting directly at a doorway is not always possible. Keep passports, medication, money and valuables with you during outings.

Hourly Car Service in Miami: Prices and Booking

Base fares include the reserved vehicle and driver, taxes, fuel and regular tolls. Gratuities are optional. Parking, special arrangements and applicable extras are itemized in the quote. Night service from 9:00 PM to before 7:00 AM carries a USD 30 charge per service for these SUV and van bookings.

Reserve with a 50% deposit or pay 100% in advance, after availability and your itinerary are confirmed. Pay any remaining balance and additional hours immediately after the service, in cash or with a physical card in person, not through a payment link. The 4% fee applies to the amount paid by card.

The first requested child seat or booster is free; each additional unit costs USD 20. Request no more than three and provide the children’s ages so the arrangement can be checked. Optional Meet & Greet for hourly service is USD 50, by advance request and confirmation.

Changes and cancellations

For SUVs and vans, cancel at least 48 hours before service for a full refund. Later cancellations, no-shows and unused services are nonrefundable. Request changes at least 24 hours ahead, subject to availability and confirmation. Requests made less than 24 hours before pickup need manual availability approval.

Submitting an itinerary request does not confirm a reservation. Our team confirms your vehicle category, route, hours, extras and payment arrangements with you.

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Hourly Car Service in Miami: FAQs

Your hours, vehicles, luggage, cruise pickup, airport plans and payments, organized by topic.

Your service

Is hourly transportation suitable for a day with several different plans?

Yes. Send your planned addresses, timing, passenger count and luggage. We quote a reserved block covering driving, waiting and your stops, with a general minimum of five hours.

Your hourly service

What is hourly car service in Miami?

A private vehicle and bilingual English–Spanish driver reserved for an agreed period and itinerary. It is ideal for shopping, meetings, outings and events with several stops. The vehicle is for your party only; this is not a self-drive rental.

Which areas does your hourly private driver service cover?

Our coverage runs from Kendall to Fort Lauderdale and west to Doral and Dolphin Mall. Send us your pickup address, stops and final destination so we can confirm your itinerary. Long-distance trips such as Miami–Orlando are quoted separately.

How much does hourly car service in Miami cost?

Rates start at $100 per hour for an SUV XL, $120 for a van for up to 9 passengers, and $140 for a van for up to 14 passengers or an SUV Platinum. With the general 5-hour minimum, packages start at $500, $600 and $700 respectively, per vehicle. Distance, itinerary and extras may increase the final quote.

What is the minimum booking duration?

The general hourly-service minimum is 5 hours; sports, concerts and other events require at least 8 hours. Confirm the itinerary, parking and meeting point before booking. Parking and event admission are not included. The booked time starts at the agreed pickup time, including driving, stops and waiting. Unused booked time is not refunded.

Which vehicles can I choose?

SUV XL and SUV Platinum categories carry up to 5 passengers; vans carry up to 9 or up to 14. Examples include the Chevrolet Suburban or Ford Expedition, Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Transit or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Specific models are subject to availability. We check passenger and luggage needs together.

Can you arrange hourly transportation for a larger group?

Yes. Minibuses for up to 40 passengers and coaches for 54–56 passengers are available by quotation only. Share your group size, itinerary and event details for availability and pricing.

Can we make several stops or change the itinerary?

Yes. Include your planned stops and timing in the request. Changes must be coordinated with our team and are subject to availability. A different route, additional time or a different vehicle can change the quote.

Does the service include a tour guide?

No. This is private transportation with a driver. A guided tour and attraction admission tickets are not included.

After your cruise and before your flight

Can you pick us up at PortMiami and take us to the airport after an outing?

Yes. Request an hourly itinerary with port pickup, your planned stops and the final airport. Provide the airport and flight time so the schedule can be reviewed before confirmation.

What can we do if our flight leaves in the afternoon or at night?

Depending on the time available, plan lunch, shopping, a short walk or a visit with family. Choose a realistic number of stops and reserve enough time for travel to the airport and airline procedures. Meals, purchases and admission tickets are not included.

When should I schedule pickup after disembarkation?

Choose a time after your cruise line expects you to disembark, collect luggage and complete the required procedures. The ship arrival time is not your ready-for-pickup time. Your hourly block starts at the agreed pickup time, so allow a realistic margin.

When will the driver contact our cruise party?

Usually the day before pickup, and sometimes several days earlier because internet access aboard a ship may be limited. Keep the contact number on your reservation reachable and coordinate your exact meeting point with the driver.

Where do we meet at PortMiami?

Go to the authorized pickup area indicated by your driver. Tell the driver when everyone is ready with all luggage and confirm your location. Small vehicles and larger group vehicles may use different areas, so we coordinate your reservation individually.

Can our suitcases remain with the vehicle during the booked outing?

Your luggage can travel with you during the booked itinerary once vehicle capacity is confirmed. Keep passports, money, medication and valuables with you. Luggage storage outside your booking is not included.

Can we finish at Miami Airport or Fort Lauderdale Airport?

Request the exact airport and terminal details in advance. Both destinations can be reviewed as part of an itinerary within our service area. Travel time, route, reserved hours and extras determine the quote.

Will we have a tour guide?

No. The service includes private transportation and a driver. You explore your chosen stops independently; guided visits and attraction admission are not included.

Does hourly service include the waiting allowance for a regular airport or port transfer?

No additional free waiting block is added to an hourly booking. Your reserved time begins at the agreed pickup time. The hourly extension policy applies, including the fifteen-minute tolerance at the end and a full additional hour from minute sixteen.

What if we are ready earlier or need more time to disembark?

Contact your driver. An earlier pickup depends on availability; otherwise wait until the agreed time. Delays on your part use the booked hours. Report any cruise-related disruption promptly so our team can review the arrangement.

Who chooses the airport arrival time?

You choose your pickup and itinerary after considering your airline requirements. Provide the flight details and allow sufficient margin for traffic and airport procedures. Travel-time estimates do not guarantee a flight connection.

Reserved hours and extensions

When do I pay the remaining balance?

Pay the remaining balance and any additional hours immediately after the service, in cash or with a physical card in person, not through a payment link. Additional hours follow your booked vehicle’s overtime terms. Card payments carry a 4% fee.

When does my reserved time begin?

Your reserved time begins at the agreed pickup time. If you come out late, those minutes count toward your booked hours and do not extend the scheduled finish time.

What if I finish before the booked time ends?

The full contracted amount remains payable even if you finish early. Unused time does not reduce the price or qualify for a refund.

What happens if we exceed the reserved hours?

There is a 15-minute tolerance at the end of your contracted time. Beyond that allowance, a full additional hour is charged at the hourly rate for your booked vehicle category. Coordinate any extension with the team in advance.

Prices, payments and confirmation

What is included in the base fare?

The reserved vehicle and bilingual driver, taxes, fuel and regular tolls are included. Gratuities are optional. Parking, special arrangements, night service and other applicable extras are confirmed separately in your quote.

Can I choose to pay 50% or 100% when booking?

Yes. Reserve with a 50% deposit or pay 100%, subject to confirmed availability. Pay any remaining balance and additional hours immediately after the service, in cash or with a physical card in person, not through a payment link. Card payments carry a 4% fee.

Which payment methods do you accept?

For advance payments, our team can arrange credit or debit card payment, payment links, Zelle, Venmo or Wise. Cards, Venmo and Wise have a 4% fee; Zelle has no surcharge. At the end of the service, pay any remaining balance in cash or with a physical card in person; payment links are not accepted for the balance.

Can I book from outside the United States?

Yes. We accept international payments and can coordinate your plans through WhatsApp or email.

Can I book less than 24 hours before the service?

Please contact us. Requests with less than 24 hours’ notice require manual availability confirmation.

Is Meet & Greet available?

Yes. For this hourly service, Meet & Greet costs $50 and requires advance request and confirmation.

Is there a night-service surcharge?

Yes. Night service from 9:00 PM to before 7:00 AM, Miami time, carries a $30 surcharge for SUVs and vans. For buses, the surcharge is 10% of the service price.

Passengers, luggage and planning

Can I request a child seat or booster?

Yes. The first child seat or booster is included; each additional unit costs $20. Request the seats in advance and provide the children’s ages so we can confirm the vehicle arrangement.

Can I bring luggage or a stroller?

Tell us the quantity and size of your luggage, strollers and any oversized items before booking. We check the full load as well as passenger numbers to select an appropriate vehicle.

Can we eat or drink in the vehicle?

Water in bottles with a cap is allowed. Light snacks are allowed only when arranged in advance. Heavy food and chewing gum are not permitted.

What information should I send for a quote?

Send your service date, pickup time and address, planned stops, final destination, expected duration, passenger count and luggage details. Mention child seats, event access and any other needs. Our team is available Monday–Sunday, 8:00 AM–9:00 PM, Miami time, in English and Spanish.

Changes and cancellations

What is the cancellation policy for SUVs and vans?

Cancel at least 48 hours before the service for a full refund. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice are nonrefundable.

What is the cancellation policy for coach buses?

For coach buses: cancel at least 14 days before service for a full refund; 7–13 days before service for a 50% refund. Cancellations with less than 7 days’ notice, no-shows and unused services are nonrefundable. These conditions apply regardless of pickup location.

Are no-shows or unused services refundable?

No. No-shows and unused services are nonrefundable.

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Golden Ride Miami is a family-owned business operated by Miami Beach Tours and Services ACS LLC. Pay securely online and receive your booking voucher by email once payment is confirmed. Our team is available every day, 8 AM–9 PM Miami time, to help with questions.

Shared services are paid in full. Private services, including private groups, let you choose 50% or 100%. The 4% card fee is shown before payment. Services departing from Orlando require 100% payment when booking.

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