Does Miami have a shuttle?

Airport Shuttle Train The MIA Metromover is a free shuttle train that runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It provides free access to all places in Downtown Miami with a total travel time from Miami Airport to the city centre of 30 minutes.



Yes, Miami offers a variety of shuttle services, most notably the MIA Airport Connector and a vast network of hotel shuttles. For travelers arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA), almost all major hotels in the "Blue Lagoon" and "Doral" areas provide complimentary shuttle buses that pick up on the Arrivals Level (Level 1) at designated zones. For city-wide travel, the Miami Trolley is a free, popular "shuttle-style" service that runs multiple routes through neighborhoods like Wynwood, Coral Gables, and Coconut Grove. Additionally, the Brightline high-speed rail offers its own "Brightline+" shuttle service to transport passengers from the station to local destinations. For those heading to the Florida Keys, the Keys Shuttle provides a door-to-door van service from MIA several times a day. In 2026, the city also features a "PortMiami" shuttle for cruise passengers, though these are often operated by the cruise lines themselves. While Miami is a car-centric city, the combination of free trolleys, hotel vans, and airport-to-city rail connections makes it increasingly navigable for those looking to avoid a rental car.

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Miami Airport Shuttle to: Downtown Hotels: $10 up to 4 passengers (private) Fort Lauderdale Airport: $160 for 10 passengers (private shuttle)

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Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus all provide low-cost or free ways for you to get around Miami without splurging on taxis, rideshares or rental cars. Not only is public transit an excellent way to see the sights, it's also great for the environment and a smart way to avoid parking and garage fees.

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Miami-Dade Transit's Miami Beach Airport Express offers daily express bus service between Miami International Airport and Miami Beach with multiple stops from 1st to 41st streets on the beach. Buses depart from the airport approximately every 30 minutes, from 6 a.m. to 11:40 p.m., seven days a week.

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Buses leave approximately every 30 minutes, from 6 am to 11:40 pm, seven days a week. Uber: Request a ride from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Miami Beach. The journey typically takes 24 minutes and costs $31. The average distance traveled is 12 miles.

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Miami's main attractions are too spread out to plan to walk everywhere but areas within Miami, such as South Beach, are very walker-friendly. Consider renting a bike for the day to bike along the boardwalks and beaches with packed sand.

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By far the easiest and cheapest option, just hop on the the MIA Mover, an automated train system, from the airport to the Miami Intermodal Center, which is located nearby. The MIA Mover train station at the airport is located on the third level between the Dolphin and Flamingo Garages.

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Yes, MIA Hotel is located inside the Miami International Airport on the 2nd floor of Concourse E by Door 11. If you are flying in, please exit the secure area and walk towards the baggage claim. From there, just walk to Concourse E and go up to the 2nd floor to reach MIA Hotel.

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Miami-Dade Transit offers free fares through 2023, bus route changes – NBC 6 South Florida.

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Payment options to ride Metrobus are EASY Card, EASY Ticket, GO Miami-Dade Transit app, contactless payment and cash. Go to Transit Pass to learn more about our fares and payment options. Note: Buses are equipped with bicycle racks that are attached to the front of the bus.

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Downtown Miami is a safe place to explore during the day, and there is a visible police presence here. Still, you should still take basic precautions, particularly at night. Some neighborhoods, discussed below, are best avoided altogether after dark or when walking solo.

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A first time visit to Miami should be at least (AT LEAST) 3 days. There is so much to see, to do, and to eat, and you should do it. If you like it, you could extend your stay to a full week.

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Coral Gables and Coconut Grove are two of the safest neighborhoods in Miami proper; the beach areas are reasonably safe, especially during the day, but it's best not to venture onto the sands late at night.

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30 minute Uber Drive?? A rough estimate for the uber ride is about $25 to $30 each way. You can pull up your Uber app, enter the name of your destination and then change your starting location to get a current price estimate.

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Miami International Airport (MIA) is located approximately 10 miles west of Miami Beach and is your most convenient link to air travel from the City.

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