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Quick answer: To learn how to get from Fort Lauderdale airport to Miami, choose by budget, luggage and timing. A commuter train with a free airport shuttle is cheapest but slowest. Taxis, rideshare apps, rental cars and shared shuttles are faster. A private car is simplest for groups and heavy bags. See FLL transportation.
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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is about 25 to 30 miles from most Miami destinations, depending on whether you are going to Aventura, downtown, Brickell, Miami Beach or Miami International Airport. The drive is usually straightforward on paper and unpredictable in practice.
This guide lists every realistic option, with honest notes on when each one makes sense. Schedules, fares and routes change, so check the official pages before you travel.
How far it is and how long it takes
Travel guides put Miami and Miami Beach roughly 28 to 30 miles from FLL. The Broward County Aviation Department says a ride to PortMiami takes about 45 minutes without traffic, and it advises allowing at least 90 minutes, especially during rush hour.
That is a good rule for the whole trip. Weekday mornings heading south and weekday late afternoons in either direction are the slow windows. Friday evenings, holiday weekends, event nights and cruise days can add more time. A live map on the day of travel will give the best estimate.
Option by option
Here is how each way of getting to Miami works from FLL.
| Option | Approximate time | Convenience | Luggage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter train with free airport shuttle | About 1.5 to 2 hours or more including shuttle and transfers | Low to medium. Shuttle to the station, then train, then a transfer in Miami | Manageable with one or two bags | Solo travelers on a budget with time to spare |
| County bus | Often 2 hours or more with a connection | Low. Route 1 and a transfer | Limited | Very budget-minded travelers going to Aventura or nearby |
| Taxi | 45 to 90 minutes depending on traffic | High. Podiums at every terminal | Good | One or two travelers who want no planning |
| Rideshare apps | 45 to 90 minutes depending on traffic | Medium. Walk to a pickup zone, wait for a car | Depends on the car | Light luggage, flexible timing |
| Rental car | 45 to 90 minutes plus rental counter time | Medium. Shuttle to the Rental Car Center | Excellent | Travelers who need a car in Miami |
| Shared shuttle | Often 1.5 hours or more because of other stops | Medium. Book ahead | Good | Solo travelers who want door-to-door at lower cost |
| Private car | 45 to 90 minutes, with no waiting for other riders | High. Pre-arranged from the curb | Excellent | Groups, families, heavy luggage, early or late flights, fixed arrival times |
Times are estimates, not guarantees. Traffic on the main north-south highways decides most of the difference.
The commuter train and the airport shuttle
The commuter train does not stop at the terminals. A free shuttle bus runs from the airport to the station a few miles away. The airport lists shuttle stops at the west end of Terminal 1, between Terminals 3 and 4, and as posted for Terminal 2. The train line connects Fort Lauderdale with Miami and West Palm Beach.
The train serves a Miami International Airport station. It does not go to PortMiami, so cruise passengers need a taxi or another ride from the Miami stations. If your hotel is in Brickell, downtown or Miami Beach, expect a further transfer after you step off the train.
An intercity passenger train also runs an airport shuttle from the airport to its downtown Fort Lauderdale station. The airport lists it as running daily from 7 AM to 8 PM, with a flat one-way fare. That works if you plan to ride that train south, but check current hours first. Phone numbers and schedules are on the operator websites.
Heading to Miami with a group or lots of bags?
ART can arrange a sedan for up to 3 passengers or an SUV for up to 6. Ask for a confirmed price when you book.
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The county bus
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs daily from a stop at the Rental Car Center. The airport says it goes to Aventura. From there you can connect to Miami-Dade buses toward other parts of Miami. No bus runs directly between FLL and Miami International Airport.
It is the cheapest option and the slowest. It works for a solo traveler with a small bag and no deadline. It is a poor fit if you are tired, carrying luggage or arriving after dark.
Taxis, rideshare apps and rental cars
Taxi dispatch podiums stand at each terminal. Fares are regulated. The airport page currently lists estimates of $72 to Miami International Airport and $80 to South Beach. Estimates can change with fuel surcharges, so check the airport page before you go.
Rideshare apps pick up from marked areas, not the main curb. The airport directs riders at Terminals 1 and 2 to turn left after leaving the terminal, and riders at Terminals 3 and 4 to the first floor of the southern Palm Garage. Prices change with demand, so expect a different number at different hours.
The Rental Car Center is next to Terminal 1 and houses 12 companies. Shuttles run every 10 minutes, all day and night. A rental makes sense if you plan to drive around Miami. It makes less sense if you only need one transfer, because Miami parking and tolls add cost and stress.
Shuttles and private cars
Shared shuttle vans take several passengers to different stops, so the ride is cheaper per person but longer. Ask the provider for your drop-off order and pickup window before you book.
A private car is a pre-arranged ride for your party only. It suits families, groups, business travelers, anyone with heavy luggage, and early-morning or late-night arrivals when other options are thin. The airport sends pre-arranged limousines, sedans and vans to designated lower-level curbside areas.
ART books rides in advance and confirms a price before you travel. We offer sedans for up to 3 passengers, and SUVs and Premium SUVs for up to 6. See starting fares on the Fort Lauderdale airport page. Visiting with children? Child seats are $20 per seat per transfer, and our family transportation page covers more. Heading to a ship? See PortMiami transportation.
Which option fits your trip
A solo traveler with a carry-on and a free afternoon will do fine on the train. A couple with two suitcases, a hotel in Miami Beach and a dinner reservation will probably prefer a taxi or rideshare. A group of five landing at midnight, a family with car seats, or a team going to a conference needs a car that is waiting, not a queue.
Be honest about your day. If your arrival is flexible and the bags are light, save money. If a missed connection or a long wait would cost more than the fare, book a car. For a trip that starts in Miami and returns to the airport, the same rules apply in reverse.
Quick facts
| Route | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) to Miami-Dade |
| Distance | About 25 to 30 miles depending on destination |
| Drive time | About 45 minutes without traffic to PortMiami, allow 90 minutes at rush hour |
| Airport operator | Broward County Aviation Department |
| Other transport | Train with airport shuttle, county bus, taxi, rideshare, rental car, shuttle, private car |
| ART airports served | MIA, FLL and DJT |
| ART service area | Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties |
| ART phone | (728) 777-3721 |
About ART Executive Services
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Fort Lauderdale airport from Miami?
It is about 25 to 30 miles to most Miami destinations. Travel guides put Miami and Miami Beach roughly 28 to 30 miles away. Distance varies by neighborhood, so check a live map for your hotel or address before you travel.
How long does it take to drive from FLL to Miami?
Without traffic, about 45 minutes to PortMiami according to the airport. At rush hour allow 90 minutes. Weekday mornings and late afternoons, Friday evenings and holiday weekends are the slowest windows. Check a live map on the day.
Can I take the train from Fort Lauderdale airport to Miami?
Yes, in two steps. A free shuttle takes you from the terminals to the commuter train station a few miles away, and the train runs toward Miami. It stops at a Miami International Airport station, so you may need another ride afterward. Check current schedules.
Is there a bus from FLL to Miami?
County Route 1 runs daily from the Rental Car Center and goes to Aventura. You then transfer to Miami-Dade buses. No bus runs directly from FLL to Miami International Airport. It is the slowest choice, so check the county transit schedule before you plan on it.
How much is a taxi from FLL to Miami?
The airport page currently lists estimates of $72 to Miami International Airport and $80 to South Beach. Fares are regulated but can change with fuel surcharges, and traffic affects the final meter. Check the airport page for current estimates.
Is rideshare cheaper than a taxi?
Sometimes, but not always. App prices change with demand, time of day and traffic, while taxi fares are regulated. Compare both at the moment you need the ride, and allow time to walk to the rideshare pickup zone.
Is a rental car a good idea for one trip to Miami?
Only if you need a car for several days. For a single transfer, you pay for the rental, fuel, tolls and parking, and you spend time at the counter and driving unfamiliar roads. A pre-booked ride is simpler for one-way trips.
What is the best way for a family to get from FLL to Miami?
Usually a pre-arranged car, since it removes waiting, transfers and luggage handling. The airport and carriers do not provide child seats. ART offers child seats for $20 per seat per transfer, so ask when you book.
Can I get a car from FLL to PortMiami?
Yes. The trip takes about 45 minutes without traffic and up to 90 minutes in rush hour, according to the airport. The commuter train does not go to the port. See ART’s PortMiami page or call (728) 777-3721 for a confirmed price.
Does ART publish fares from FLL to Miami?
ART lists starting fares on its Fort Lauderdale airport page. Prices are confirmed when you book in advance, so you know the cost before you travel. Check that page or call (728) 777-3721 for your route.
How many people fit in an ART car?
A sedan seats up to 3 passengers. An SUV or Premium SUV seats up to 6. Larger groups can ask about options arranged through partners. Tell ART your passenger and bag count when you book.
What should I do if my flight is late?
Let your ride provider know as soon as you can. With ART, give us your flight number when you book and call (728) 777-3721 if your plans change. Ask ART how late arrivals are handled before you travel.
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