Cruise Port Transportation to Los Angeles (San Pedro), Long Beach & Dana Point
Private, non-stop cruise transfers from any Southern California airport, your hotel, or your home to the Los Angeles (San Pedro) and Long Beach cruise terminals and the Catalina Express in Dana Point. Round trips at a flat rate, with no parking headaches and no hidden fees.
Your Cruise Starts at the Curb, Not the Terminal
Southern California cruises sail from two busy terminals: the Los Angeles cruise terminal in San Pedro (the World Cruise Center at the Port of Los Angeles) and the Long Beach Cruise Terminal by the Queen Mary. On embarkation day, thousands of passengers and their luggage arrive within a few hours.
We take that stress off your plate. Your driver arrives at your door, hotel, or airport curb, loads every suitcase, and takes your party straight to the right terminal, with curbside drop-off at the entrance. You choose the pickup time, and we plan around your sailing. No parking garage, no lot shuttle, and no guessing which rideshare will take a family of five with a week of bags.
Planned Around Your Ship
Book the trip home at the same time. We follow your ship's arrival on return day, and your driver is ready when you clear the terminal, whether you're heading home, to a hotel, or to a flight out of LAX, Long Beach, or John Wayne.
Why Cruise Passengers Trust Xpress Shuttles
Private, Non-Stop Rides
No shared vans and no detours. Your group rides straight to the cruise terminal, and straight home again.
Flexible Pickup Times
You pick the times that suit your sailing and your return. We plan around your cruise, so you're never rushed or left waiting.
Friendly, Professional Drivers
Courteous, experienced drivers trained by our own team, focused on getting you to the terminal safely and on time.
Flat-Rate Pricing
No surge pricing, baggage fees, or surprises. You know your price before you book, even in peak cruise season.
Group-Friendly Options
Traveling with family or a cruise group? Private vans, minibuses, and coaches keep everyone and every bag together.
Curbside Terminal Drop-Off
We pull up right at the cruise terminal entrance. No long walks with luggage or confusing directions on boarding day.
Airport, Hotel, or Home Pickup
From any Southern California airport, a hotel, or your home, we pick you up wherever is easiest and track your flight.
Los Angeles & Long Beach Ports
To Los Angeles (San Pedro), Long Beach, and Dana Point, for Carnival, Norwegian, Princess, Royal Caribbean, and more.
Private Cruise Shuttle Service to Long Beach, Los Angeles (San Pedro) & Dana Point
Wherever your trip starts, we'll get you to the right terminal and back again.
Los Angeles (San Pedro) Cruise Terminal
The World Cruise Center at the Port of Los Angeles, home to Princess, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Virgin Voyages, about 10 miles from Long Beach Airport and 18 from LAX.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Home to Carnival in Southern California, next to the Queen Mary and about 11 miles from Long Beach Airport.
Dana Point Harbor (Catalina Express)
Ideal for Catalina day trips and getaways from south Orange County. We also drive to the Catalina Express in San Pedro and Long Beach.
Every Southern California Airport
Flight-tracked pickups at LAX, Burbank, John Wayne, Long Beach, Ontario, San Bernardino, and Palm Springs, straight to your terminal.
Hotels & Homes
Morning pickups from pre-cruise hotels and front doors across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire.
After the Cruise
Extend the trip with a few days at Disneyland or Universal. See our theme park transportation.
Don't see your cruise line? Call us at 1-866-381-4510.
Room for the Whole Party and Every Suitcase
Tell us how many are sailing and how much you packed. We'll match you with the right vehicle.
Sedans & SUVs
Comfortable rides for two to six travelers, with cargo space for a week of luggage.
Passenger Vans
Seating for up to 14, so grandparents, kids, and cousins all ride to the port together.
Minibuses & Coaches
Minibuses for up to 28 and coaches for up to 52 for wedding parties, clubs, and reunions.
★★★★★“Jeff picked up my parents and their friends after a cruise. He was at the LA port cruise terminal waiting much earlier than the agreed upon time… He was friendly, a good driver, and the vehicle was clean.”
Ted B. · Oceanside, CA
“Booking was easy and seamless. Our driver Daniel R. was great. He arrived a bit early assisted us with our things and got us where we needed to go.”
Johnny C. · Verified Customer“Communication was excellent and driver arrived before the scheduled time and sent a text to let me know. I would highly recommend!”
Kristin Blay · Google ReviewThree Steps to the Ship
Reserve Both Legs
Enter your pickup point and terminal online for instant pricing, round trip or one way.
We Confirm & Track
We confirm before you travel and follow your flight if you're flying in on sailing day.
Curb to Terminal, and Back
Your driver drops you at the terminal, then meets you again when the ship returns.
Cruise Port Transportation FAQs
Is there a shuttle from LAX to the Long Beach cruise terminal?
Xpress Shuttles runs private rides from LAX to the Long Beach Cruise Terminal, about 23 miles south of the airport. Unlike a shared shuttle, the vehicle carries only your group and goes straight to the terminal. We track your flight and meet you at the curb, and we pick up at every other Southern California airport too, including Long Beach, John Wayne, Burbank, and Ontario. Enter your pickup and drop-off online for an instant flat-rate quote.
How far is the San Pedro cruise terminal from LAX?
The Los Angeles cruise terminal in San Pedro, officially the World Cruise Center at the Port of Los Angeles, is about 18 to 20 miles south of LAX. Traffic on the 405 and 110 freeways varies a lot, so leave extra time on sailing day. A private ride from Xpress Shuttles takes you from the airport curb straight to the terminal entrance.
Where do cruise ships leave from in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles cruises depart from two terminals. The World Cruise Center at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro is home to Princess, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian, with Virgin Voyages joining in 2026. Carnival sails from the Long Beach Cruise Terminal beside the Queen Mary. Check your cruise documents for your terminal before you book a ride.
What is the closest airport to the Los Angeles cruise ports?
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the closest, about 10 to 11 miles from both the Long Beach Cruise Terminal and the San Pedro World Cruise Center. LAX is farther, about 18 miles from San Pedro and 23 from Long Beach, but has many more flights. Xpress Shuttles picks up at Long Beach, LAX, John Wayne, Burbank, Ontario, San Bernardino, and Palm Springs airports.
Do you pick up at every Southern California airport for cruise transfers?
Xpress Shuttles provides cruise transfers from LAX, Long Beach, John Wayne, Burbank, Ontario, San Bernardino, and Palm Springs airports to the Los Angeles (San Pedro) and Long Beach cruise terminals and Dana Point Harbor. Every ride is private, flight-tracked, and flat-rate, whichever airport you fly into. See our airport transportation page for details on each airport.
Where does Carnival depart from in Long Beach?
Carnival sails from the Long Beach Cruise Terminal at 231 Windsor Way, next to the Queen Mary. For the 2026–27 season, Carnival Firenze, Carnival Radiance, and Carnival Panorama are based there, with trips to Ensenada, Catalina, the Mexican Riviera, and Hawaii. Xpress Shuttles drops you at the terminal and picks you up when you return.
Can you take us to the Catalina Express in Dana Point?
Xpress Shuttles drives to the Catalina Express terminal in Dana Point Harbor, at 34675 Golden Lantern Street, and to the Catalina Express terminals in San Pedro and Long Beach. Dana Point is the most convenient departure point for travelers from south Orange County and San Diego. Check-in opens an hour before your ferry departs, so plan your pickup time with that in mind.
Should I park at the cruise terminal or book a ride?
Both Southern California cruise terminals have parking, but you pay a daily rate for every day of your sailing and still have to drive home tired when it ends. A round-trip private ride skips the parking fees and the lot shuttle entirely. Enter your pickup and drop-off online for an instant flat-rate quote, then compare it with parking for your cruise length.
What happens if my cruise ship returns early or late?
Xpress Shuttles plans your return pickup around your ship's scheduled arrival and monitors changes on the day. If disembarkation in Los Angeles (San Pedro) or Long Beach runs early or late, our dispatch team coordinates with your driver, and you'll have the driver's phone number to stay in touch. You won't be left stranded at the cruise terminal.
How early should we leave for the cruise port?
Schedule your pickup at least 3 to 4 hours before your cruise departs to allow for Southern California traffic and check-in at the Los Angeles (San Pedro) or Long Beach cruise terminal. Your Xpress Shuttles driver typically arrives 15 to 30 minutes before the pickup time you request, so you are never rushed out the door. You choose the pickup time; we plan the ride around your sailing.
Can you pick us up from a pre-cruise hotel and take us home after?
Many cruisers stay near LAX or in Long Beach the night before sailing, and Xpress Shuttles will pick you up at the hotel the morning you board. Book the return leg at the same time, round trip or one way, and we'll take you home or to your flight when the ship gets back. We run 24/7, including early-morning hotel pickups.
Can you take a large group to the cruise port?
Xpress Shuttles specializes in private group transportation to the Los Angeles (San Pedro) and Long Beach cruise terminals and Dana Point Harbor. Vans seat up to 14, minibuses up to 28, and coaches up to 52, so families, wedding parties, and tour groups arrive together with all their luggage. Every group ride is private and flat-rate. Call 1-866-381-4510 or book online and save 7% with code Online7.
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