How many cruise terminals are in Port Canaveral?

Carnival, Disney, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean International are some of the cruise lines which dock at one of the six cruise terminals. Princess Cruises will begin to homeport a ship at Port Canaveral in 2024, along with Celebrity Cruises The port hosted 109,175 multi-day cruise passengers in October 2008.



Port Canaveral currently operates seven state-of-the-art cruise terminals, designed to accommodate some of the largest cruise ships in the world. These terminals are divided between the North Cargo Area (terminals 5, 6, 8, and 10) and the South Cargo Area (terminals 1, 2, and 3). Terminal 3, known as the "Launch Pad," is one of the newest and most advanced, famously serving as the homeport for Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras. Terminal 8 is dedicated specifically to Disney Cruise Line, while other terminals frequently host major ships from Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and MSC Cruises. Because the port is a major global hub, there are ongoing discussions regarding further expansions and renovations to handle the increasing volume of passengers, but as of 2026, the count stands at seven functional passenger terminals.

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How much does it cost to Uber from Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral? An UberX from the Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral is estimated at $62 without factoring in surge pricing. An UberXL, which is recommended for 3-4 passengers, is estimated at $83.

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If you're in terminal 1 or 3 then you'll be able to walk to some activities like Jetty Park, the Cove, and Exploration Tower. To head out to Cocoa Beach you can also catch the local beach bus (for schedule and routes click here).

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Port Canaveral currently is home to 13 multiday cruise ships from five cruise lines ? Carnival, Disney, MSC, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean. Port Canaveral also is a major driver for the Space Coast's overall tourism market, as many cruise passengers stay at local hotels before or after their cruises.

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Cruise Terminal Locations ? Cruise Terminal #5 - 9245 Charles Rowland Dr. ? Cruise Terminal #6 - 9241 Charles Rowland Dr. ? Cruise Terminal #8 - 9155 Charles Rowland Dr. ? ? Cruise Terminal #10 - 9005 Charles Rowland Dr.

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You should plan to arrive at Port Canaveral no earlier than 11:00am. This will help you avoid a long wait in the terminal prior to boarding. All passengers must be on board the ship no later than 90 minutes prior to sailing (be on board by 2:30 pm).

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How much does it cost to Uber from Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral? An UberX from the Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral is estimated at $62 without factoring in surge pricing. An UberXL, which is recommended for 3-4 passengers, is estimated at $83.

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Taxi – (1-4 passengers) To get a taxi at MCO walk out from the baggage claim, go to the taxi line, and pick your taxi. The taxi rate to Port Canaveral will be about $120.00.

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The best time to board a cruise ship is obviously when there are few lines and short waits. The trick is knowing when that will be. Unfortunately, it can vary from port to port and ship to ship, but I prefer arriving in the early afternoon, usually around 1 or 2 p.m.

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Explore Royal Caribbean Cruises Departure Ports. You can cruise from places like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, San Juan & Galveston on Royal Caribbean cruises, allowing you to get the best of both worlds.

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The entire timeline can take 30 to 45 minutes after arrival. Just because your cruise ship is at the dock doesn't mean that people get off immediately. Once you are cleared to go ashore, you may experience a rush of people, but lines tend to decrease quickly.

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Port Canaveral shuttle service is available as a black car service through Mears Global Chauffeured Car Service. Click here or call 866-435-5686. You can also utilize our Port Canaveral taxi service by calling Mears Taxi at 407-422-2222.

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