What this page helps you reserve
This page helps you reserve a private car to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Red Hook on sailing day, or from the terminal after your cruise to a hotel, an airport or home. It covers minimum fares, the official entrance, check-in and boarding times, the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel route, drive times from the airports and vehicles for cruise luggage.
Book Brooklyn cruise terminal car service by trip type, vehicle class, timing, and support level.
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal trips are mostly Manhattan hotel to ship, airport to ship on sailing day, and ship to airport after the cruise. Red Hook has no subway stop near the pier, so a car saves a bus transfer with luggage. The table matches each cruise trip type to the booking that usually fits it.
| Trip type | Booking that usually fits |
|---|---|
| Manhattan or Brooklyn hotel to the ship | One-way to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal |
| Morning flight, then the ship | Airport pickup with your flight number, then Red Hook |
| Ship to the airport after the cruise | One-way from the terminal to JFK, LaGuardia or Newark |
| Family with car seats and suitcases | Executive SUV or Luxury SUV, child seats $25 each |
| Group of 7 to 13 | Jet Sprinter or Executive Sprinter, quoted on request |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
How much is a car service to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
Prices to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal depend on where you start, the time and the vehicle class. Every ride is priced by distance, and the minimum fare is $135 in an Executive Sedan, $155 in an Executive SUV, $185 in a Luxury SUV and $235 in a Luxury Sedan. Enter your trip online to see your exact price.
| Vehicle class | Minimum fare | Passengers |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 | 2 |
| Executive SUV | $155 | 6 |
| Luxury SUV | $185 | 6 |
| Luxury Sedan | $235 | 3 |
| Jet Sprinter and Executive Sprinter | Quote on request | 10 and 13 |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Enter your pickup online to see your all-in price before you book.
Tolls on your route, taxes and fees are in the price, and gratuity is optional. A car service also saves you paying for terminal parking; Cruise NYC publishes the current parking rates on its website.
Plan your Brooklyn Cruise Terminal reservation
Plan your reservation around the official address, the car entrance and your cruise line's check-in time. Cruise NYC, the terminal operator's site, lists the details below. Addresses for Red Hook vary between listings, so the chauffeur uses the Bowne and Imlay entrance the terminal names.
| Brooklyn Cruise Terminal fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 210 Clinton Wharf, Brooklyn, NY 11231 | Cruise NYC |
| Pier | Pier 12, Building 112 | Cruise NYC |
| Car entrance | All cars enter at the Bowne Street and Imlay Street intersection | Cruise NYC |
| Parking | Adjacent to the terminal; current rates on the Cruise NYC website | Cruise NYC |
| Nearest ferry | NYC Ferry Red Hook landing, South Brooklyn route | Cruise NYC |
| Luggage storage | None at the terminal | Cruise NYC |
Where does the car drop you off at Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
The chauffeur enters at the Bowne Street and Imlay Street intersection, as Cruise NYC directs for all cars. From Manhattan, the usual approach is the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel to the Brooklyn Queens Expressway, then Hamilton Avenue and Van Brunt Street to Bowne Street. Porters take checked bags at the terminal.
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Approach | Hamilton Avenue service road to Van Brunt Street, then right on Bowne Street |
| Entrance | Bowne Street and Imlay Street |
| Bags | Porters receive checked bags and move them to the ship |
| After the cruise | Baggage hall, then customs, then out to the pre-arranged car holding lot |
| Pickup call | Call 888-887-0324 when you have your bags |
Sources: Cruise NYC directions and embarking and disembarking, viewed Oct 29, 2026.
What time should I get to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
Cruise NYC says baggage processing starts no earlier than 9:30 a.m. and boarding generally begins between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., depending on the ship. Your cruise line sets your check-in time in your travel documents, so use that time and work back with the drive estimate and a buffer. Then book a black car to the terminal for the pickup time you worked out, in a class with room for your suitcases.
| Terminal timing | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Baggage processing | No earlier than 9:30 a.m. | Cruise NYC |
| Boarding | Generally 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Cruise NYC |
| Bus groups | Not before 11 a.m. | Cruise NYC |
| Your check-in time | Set by your cruise line; see your travel documents | Your cruise line |
How long is the drive to Red Hook from the airports and Manhattan?
Red Hook is about 21 minutes from Midtown and a longer transfer from the airports. These routing estimates assume no traffic, so they are the shortest case. The Brooklyn Queens Expressway and the tunnel approaches are often slow on weekday mornings, so choose a pickup time with a buffer before check-in.
| Trip | Distance | Drive time without traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Central to the terminal | 9.4 mi | about 21 min (estimate) |
| JFK to the terminal | 15.9 mi | about 32 min (estimate) |
| Newark Airport to the terminal | 16.7 mi | about 33 min (estimate) |
| Terminal to LaGuardia | 12.2 mi | about 23 min (estimate) |
Drive times are estimates (OSRM free-flow routing with no traffic, checked Oct 29, 2026). Traffic varies, and rush hour, weather and airport construction add time.
Before you book the trip
Before you book the trip, gather the details that set the vehicle and pickup time. The chauffeur needs the ship and the sailing date, your check-in time, the passenger and suitcase count, any flight number and child seats. With those, you pick the right car for Red Hook and see the all-in price first.
- Ship name and sailing date, or the disembarkation date
- Your cruise line's check-in time from your travel documents
- Passenger count and the number of suitcases
- Flight number for any airport pickup before the cruise
- Child seats needed, in an SUV or Sprinter
Match the vehicle to passengers and luggage.
Match the vehicle to passengers and cruise luggage. An Executive Sedan seats 2 and a Luxury Sedan seats 3, fine for a couple with modest bags. Most cruise families choose an Executive SUV or Luxury SUV, which seat 6 and hold large suitcases. For a group, the Jet Sprinter seats 10 and the Executive Sprinter 13, quoted on request.
| Vehicle class | Passengers | Child seats ($25 each) | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 | Not available | One or two riders with light luggage |
| Luxury Sedan | Up to 3 | Not available | Clients and special nights for up to three |
| Executive SUV | Up to 6 | Available | Families, bags and small groups |
| Luxury SUV | Up to 6 | Available | Small groups who want the top SUV class |
| Executive Sprinter | Up to 13 | Available | Larger groups, quoted on request |
| Jet Sprinter | Up to 10 | Available | Groups who want the lounge cabin, quoted on request |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Are child seats available?
Yes. Child seats are $25 each and go in SUVs and Sprinters only, not sedans. Cruise families usually choose an Executive SUV or Luxury SUV, which seat 6 and hold the suitcases a week at sea needs. Add the number of seats when you book so the car arrives with them fitted.
| Add-on | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Child seat | $25 each | SUVs and Sprinters only, not sedans |
| Meet and greet | $25 | Added to an airport arrival |
| Dedicated greeter | $150 | Added to an airport arrival |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Read the child seat policy.
How does waiting time work?
Waiting time depends on the pickup. Port, home and hotel pickups have a 15-minute grace period, after which waiting time applies. Airport arrivals before a sailing have a 60-minute wait time after a domestic landing and a 90-minute wait time after an international landing, with flight tracking. After a cruise, choose a pickup time that allows for customs and bags, and call us when you are off the ship.
| Pickup type | Grace period or wait time |
|---|---|
| Regular pickup (home, hotel, office) | 15 minutes |
| Domestic flight arrival | 60 minutes after landing |
| International flight arrival | 90 minutes after landing |
| Flight tracking | Included on airport pickups |
See the wait time policy for the full terms.
From itinerary to pickup details.
Turn your cruise itinerary into a pickup the chauffeur can follow. Enter the hotel, home or airport and Brooklyn Cruise Terminal online with the date and time. Add the ship name, the flight number for an airport pickup, and a note with the passenger name, a mobile number and child seats.
- Enter the pickup, the terminal, the date and the time online.
- Add the flight number for an airport pickup, or the ship name for a port pickup.
- Choose the vehicle class for your passengers and suitcases.
- Add notes: passenger name, a mobile number and child seats.
- Review the all-in price and book.
Know what supports the reservation.
Every booking comes with the same written policies. Prices are all-in, with taxes, tolls and fees included and gratuity optional. Every regular pickup has a 15-minute grace period, after which waiting time applies; airport arrivals have a 60-minute wait time after a domestic landing and a 90-minute wait time after an international landing, with flight tracking included. Hourly service has a 3-hour minimum, and you can reach us 24/7.
| Support | Detail |
|---|---|
| Price | All-in, shown before you book; gratuity optional |
| Waiting | 15-minute grace period on regular pickups; 60-minute wait time after a domestic landing; 90-minute wait time after an international landing |
| Child seats | $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, not in sedans |
| Groups | Jet Sprinter seats 10, Executive Sprinter seats 13, quoted on request |
| Contact | Call 888-887-0324, 24/7, or email info@truenorthvip.com |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and nearby connections.
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal sits in Red Hook, across the harbor from Lower Manhattan. These pages cover the other two cruise terminals, rides around Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan hotels near the tunnel and the airport pages, so you can plan the nights before and after the cruise along with the sailing.
- Brooklyn car service: rides anywhere in Brooklyn
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal: West Side sailings
- Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal: Bayonne sailings
- Financial District car service: hotels near the tunnel
- Best cruise terminal car service: our cruise comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a car service to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal cost?
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It depends on the pickup, the time and the vehicle. Rides start at the $135 minimum fare in an Executive Sedan, all-in. Enter your trip online to see your exact price.
What is the address of Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
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Cruise NYC lists 210 Clinton Wharf, Brooklyn, NY 11231, at Pier 12 in Red Hook. All cars enter at the Bowne Street and Imlay Street intersection.
How early should I get to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
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Use the check-in time in your cruise line's travel documents. Cruise NYC says baggage processing starts no earlier than 9:30 a.m. and boarding generally begins between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
How long is the drive from JFK to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
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About 32 minutes without traffic, for about 16 miles, based on routing estimates. The Belt Parkway and the expressway often add time. Leave a buffer.
How long is the drive from Midtown?
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About 21 minutes without traffic from Grand Central, based on routing estimates. The usual route uses the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel, $7.46 with E-ZPass according to the MTA, included in your price.
Is there a subway to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
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Not directly. Cruise NYC suggests the F train to Smith and 9th Streets and then the B77 bus, about 6 long blocks from the entrance. A car goes to the terminal with your bags.
Can I book a car from the terminal to the airport after my cruise?
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Yes. Book a one-way pickup at the terminal for the morning you disembark. Cruise NYC directs passengers to a holding lot for pre-arranged cars. Call 888-887-0324 when you are off the ship.
What vehicle fits a family of 5 with cruise luggage?
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An Executive SUV or Luxury SUV seats 6 and fits large suitcases. Add child seats at $25 each.
How much is parking at Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?
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Cruise NYC lists parking adjacent to the terminal and publishes the current rates on its website. Over a week at sea, a car service often makes more sense.
Can I store bags at the terminal after my cruise?
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No. Cruise NYC says the terminals do not store luggage, so plan a ride straight to your hotel or flight.
Continue planning your trip.
Planning more of the trip? These pages cover the airports, meet and greet for travelers flying in on sailing day and family rides with child seats.
- Airport car service: JFK, LaGuardia and Newark
- Family car service: child seats in SUVs and Sprinters
Share the itinerary and choose the right vehicle.
Enter your pickup, Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and your check-in time, choose the vehicle that fits your passengers and luggage, and see the all-in price before you book. Taxes, tolls and fees are included, and gratuity is optional. Book now or call 888-887-0324, 24/7. You can also email info@truenorthvip.com.