Options for family of 4 to get to tampa port from airport

[jdb91758]

I have read many people say that the best way to get to the ship from that airport is tao take a cab. If you have four people (and all their luggage) is this still a reasonable option. If not - what are my other options??

 

Thanks

[betsyrossapk]

Tampa Bay Shuttle has a shared van service to the port, one-way for $35

tampabayshuttle.com

I have not used them yet, but plan to on our upcoming trip in November

[day-day]

We used the Tampa Bay Shuttle when it was two of us. For four people, I'd expect the taxi to be the cheapest transportation.

 

I believe there were some mini-van taxis and some station-wagon taxis; you may need one of these if you have too much luggage. (I guess that's what you are questioning in the 1st place; maybe someone who has done this can verify....)

[tjatczak]

We did a "minivan" taxi. Family of 4 and lots of luggae(we stayed 3 days after the cruise in Tampa) Base fare was $20, I think we wound up giving him about $30 total. I still think it was a great deal - he was very friendly also!

Ted

[kapcruiser]

tjztczak

 

We are a family of 7, would the mini van taxi fit us or would we need 2? Also, when you got off the boat how did you get a taxi big enough for all of you?

[Brneyznfl]

When you get off the ship, there will be plenty of taxis, both minivan and the cars. :)

[Sea Turtle]

I only patronize Yellow Cab in/out of Tampa Intl. I'm beginning to think half of their fleet is a Van because as a solo traveler 50% of my travels with them is in a van, and I'm the only passenger. :) I've never had occasion to taxi from the airport to the port but I frequently use them for trips to/from my home/airport. Even if a family needs more than one van to the port it would still be cheaper than an independent or cruise shuttle, which are based upon a per person charge. A family of 7 with luggage would in my view need two vehicles even if one was a Van. There is also United Cab (white cars) at the airport. I personally don't like their service/drivers. One side of the airport has Yellow Cab and the other side is United Cab. At the moment I can’t remember which side is which.

 

I would definitely opt for a taxi in Tampa.

 

Tampa is a fabulous port—enjoy your planning and cruise!!

[kapcruiser]

Sea Turtle

 

Did you ever hear of bay shuttle services?