William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

Hobby Airport Limo & Car Service

Private, chauffeured car service from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Downtown Houston, the Texas Medical Center, Pearland, Clear Lake, and anywhere in Greater Houston — plus direct transfers to the Galveston cruise port, the closest port to Hobby. We meet you in baggage claim, track your flight in real time, and serve Hobby’s private aviation terminals. Flying into IAH instead? See our IAH airport car service.

From $80

Fixed Price Before You Book

10 Miles

From Downtown Houston

Meet & Greet

Inside Baggage Claim

FBO Pickups

Private Jet Terminals

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Hobby Airport to Galveston Limo: Quick Facts

Last updated: November 2026

Distance: about 45 miles from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to the Port of Galveston.
Drive time: about 1 hour. Allow 30 to 45 minutes more at rush hour and on busy sailing days.
Private, not shared: only your group rides, straight from Hobby to your cruise terminal or Galveston hotel.
Flat rate per vehicle: from $175 one way, no surge pricing.
Flight tracking: we watch your flight and adjust pickup if it lands early or late. 30 minutes free waiting after landing.
Refund: cancel at least 24 hours before pickup for a 100% refund, excluding taxes.

Book your Hobby to Galveston ride

Vehicle	Hobby ↔ HoustonLocal airport ride, from	Hobby → GalvestonCruise port, one-way
Executive Sedan2 passengers + 2 bags	$80	$175	Book
Passenger Van6 passengers + 6 bags	$80	$175	Book
Luxury SUV6 passengers + 6 bags	$90	$200	Book
Chevrolet Suburban7 passengers + 6 bags	Instant quote	$225	Book
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter14 passengers + 14 bags	$160	$325	Book
Mini Bus & CoachUp to 20 / 28 passengers	Call for quote	$525 / $650	Call

Executive Sedan2 passengers + 2 bags

Hobby ↔ Houston

from $80

Hobby → Galveston

$175

Book Sedan

Passenger Van6 passengers + 6 bags

Hobby ↔ Houston

from $80

Hobby → Galveston

$175

Book Van

Luxury SUV6 passengers + 6 bags

Hobby ↔ Houston

from $90

Hobby → Galveston

$200

Book SUV

Chevrolet Suburban7 passengers + 6 bags

Hobby ↔ Houston

Instant quote

Hobby → Galveston

$225

Book Suburban

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter14 passengers + 14 bags

Hobby ↔ Houston

from $160

Hobby → Galveston

$325

Book Sprinter

Mini Bus & CoachUp to 20 / 28 passengers

Hobby ↔ Houston

Call for quote

Hobby → Galveston

$525 / $650

📞 Call (832) 206-6983

How pricing works: Rates are per vehicle, not per person, and include tolls. Airport and Galveston transfers are the same rate any day, any time, with no weekend, late-night, or surge charges. Local rides start at the prices shown and depend on distance. Gratuity is added at checkout, and you always see your full price before you book.

Our Hobby Airport Fleet

Every vehicle is late-model, commercially insured, and driven by a professional chauffeur who knows Hobby’s pickup zones. Prices shown are starting rates for local rides from Hobby.

Luxury SUV / Chevrolet Suburban

Airport / Local Flat Rates

From

$90

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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Limo

Airport / Local Flat Rates

From

$160

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Passenger Van

Airport / Local Flat Rates

From

$80

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Executive Town Car / Sedan

Airport / Local Flat Rates

From

$80

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Popular Routes From Hobby Airport

Hobby is Houston's close-in airport — about 10 miles from Downtown and the closest airport to the Galveston cruise port. Typical drive times below; rush hour and weather can add time.

HOU → Downtown HoustonAbout 20–25 min

HOU → Texas Medical CenterAbout 20–30 min

HOU → Galleria / UptownAbout 30–40 min

HOU → PasadenaAbout 15 min

HOU → PearlandAbout 20 min

HOU → FriendswoodAbout 25 min

HOU → Clear Lake / NASAAbout 25 min

HOU → League CityAbout 30 min HOU → Sugar LandAbout 35–45 min HOU → KatyAbout 45–55 min HOU → IAH AirportAbout 40–55 min HOU → Galveston Cruise PortAbout 50–60 min

Hobby Airport Pickups and Drop-Offs

We run Hobby airport rides in both directions — from HOU to your destination, and from your home, hotel, or office to your flight.

Hobby Airport Terminal (HOU)

Meet and greet inside baggage claim with a name sign, or quick curbside pickup — your choice. Domestic and international arrivals.

Private Aviation (FBO) Terminals

Private black car service to Hobby’s FBOs, including Signature Flight Support, Wilson Air Center, and Atlantic Aviation.

Houston Hotels & Business Centers

Hotel and office pickups across Downtown, the Texas Medical Center, the Galleria, and the Energy Corridor.

Homes & Suburbs

Door-to-door airport rides from Pearland, Friendswood, League City, Sugar Land, Katy, and across Greater Houston — no airport parking fees.

What Our Hobby Airport Passengers Say

    
 
 
         
   Dior brown 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good customer service
  
 
        
   S. Rucker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful. On time clean. Safe driving
I made a mistake on my reservation but it was handed professional.
  
 
        
   Bill S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Price is good. Service is excellent. Driver is helpfully with luggages.
  
 
        
   Brian Lepo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam was great!  Right on time, nice vehicles.  We will definitely be riding again.
  
 
        
   B K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice driver. Brought a car seat for our baby. Drove safely even though the other drivers on the road wanted a road fight 🙄. Our ride was port Galveston to IAH. We rode in a sprinter van.
  
 
        
   Sean kim 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The was a great experience. Sam was great and very communicative. The price we paid was extremely reasonable and arguably cheaper than all the other options we called. This will more than likely be our go to shuttle service if we sail out of Houston again.
  
 
        
   Rene Rafal 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam is punctual and very accommodating.
He answers promptly and I have used him twice so far!  I will use him every time I visit Texas / Galveston.
  
 
        
   Melissa Garcia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very prompt and easy to work with. Even after a scheduling snafu on my part, they were happy to accommodate us. Arrived at the airport with plenty of time.
  
 
        
   K Burn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service always on time and professional, have used for decades and highly recommend.
  
 
        
   Kevin Segler 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service! Highly recommend.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Free Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. Full details in our cancellation policy.

Hobby Airport Transportation Questions

How much is a limo from Hobby Airport to Galveston?

A private ride from Hobby Airport to the Galveston cruise port is a flat rate per vehicle: $175 one way for an executive sedan or passenger van, $200 for an Executive Limo SUV, $225 for a Chevrolet Suburban and $325 for a 14-passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Round trip is double the one-way rate.

How long does it take to get from Hobby Airport to the Galveston cruise port?

About 1 hour for the roughly 45-mile drive. Allow 30 to 45 minutes more during rush hour and on busy sailing days.

Is Hobby or IAH better for a Galveston cruise?

Hobby is closer to the port, about an hour away compared with 75 to 90 minutes from IAH, so it gives you more time on sailing day. Our flat rate is the same from both airports.

What happens if my flight into Hobby is delayed?

We track your flight in real time and adjust your pickup when it lands early or late. You get 30 minutes of free waiting after your flight lands.

Can you pick us up at the Galveston cruise port and take us back to Hobby?

Yes. Book your return when you book your ride to the port. Your vehicle will be waiting at the terminal when you leave the ship, with 30 minutes of free waiting time.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before pickup for a 100% refund, excluding taxes. Full details are in our cancellation policy, and you can call us at (832) 206-6983 with any questions.

Book Your Hobby Airport Ride

Reserve a private sedan, SUV, or 14-passenger Sprinter from Hobby Airport to anywhere in Houston or the Galveston cruise port. Your price is confirmed before you pay.