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Port of Baltimore, Maryland – Transportation

How to get to Port of Baltimore, Maryland — rideshare, taxi, shuttle, and public transit options from nearby airports.

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⚠️ Good to know: The Port of Baltimore has been fully reopened following the March 2024 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Cruise ships have returned to Baltimore, though the rebuilding of the Key Bridge is not expected to be completed until the fall of 2028.

✈️ What is the Closest Airport to Baltimore Cruise Port?

The closest airport to the port is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), serviced by all major airlines and located 11 miles southwest of the Cruise Maryland Terminal. Compare rates on cheap flights to Baltimore. If you're driving, you can also take advantage of park and cruise options.


✈️ Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

📍 Baltimore, MD — approx. 11 miles from the Cruise Maryland Terminal

Serviced by all major airlines, BWI is the closest and most convenient airport for cruise passengers departing from Baltimore. Please note that prices can change.

🚕 Taxi (flat fee)
~$30
🚐 Shuttle (2 people)
~$50

🚗 Baltimore Car Rental

All major car rental companies are available at BWI airport. The closest agencies to the cruise port are listed below.

🚗 Enterprise 530 Light Street, inside the Royal Sonesta — 1.8 miles from port
🚗 Budget 101 W Fayette Street, inside the Radisson — 2.5 miles from port
🚗 Avis 4900 Boston Street — 3.4 miles from port

🚌 Baltimore Airport & Cruise Port Shuttles

The following shuttle and transfer services operate between BWI and the Cruise Maryland Terminal.