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The Manhattan Cruise Terminal at 711 12th Avenue looks Midtown-convenient on a map, but operationally it behaves like an event venue with controlled access, ramp levels, and burst traffic around embarkation and disembarkation windows. Cars enter from a single point at W 55th Street and 12th Avenue (NY-9A), which creates a predictable choke point on sail days that can stack traffic even when surrounding streets look clear.
The terminal is multi-level: a street-level receiving area, a second-level check-in and customs hall, and rooftop parking logistics that affect where pickups happen after disembarkation. This layered layout means exact meeting instructions matter more here than almost anywhere else in Manhattan. True North VIP provides pier-specific coordination \u2014 we know whether your ship is at Pier 88 (48th St), Pier 90 (52nd St), or Pier 92 (54th St), and stage your chauffeur accordingly.
For passengers connecting from area airports, we handle the full chain: flight tracking at JFK, LGA, or EWR, meet-and-greet at baggage claim, and a direct transfer to the cruise terminal timed to your embarkation window. After your cruise, we monitor vessel arrival and position your chauffeur for the disembarkation flow. Flat-rate pricing, no surge, vetted chauffeurs who know the 55th Street approach.
What your chauffeur needs to know about Piers 88, 90, and 92
All cars enter at W 55th Street and 12th Avenue (NY-9A) from the north. There is no alternate vehicle entrance, making approach timing critical on sail days.
Street-level receiving, Level Two check-in and customs hall, rooftop parking. Post-cruise pickups often coordinate across levels depending on vehicle staging and passenger exit flow.
Pier 88 (near 48th St), Pier 90 (near 52nd St), and Pier 92 (near 54th St). All share the W 55th Street vehicle entrance, but your pier determines the terminal wing.
Ships arrive 7\u20138 AM, parking opens at 8 AM, porters available by 9 AM. Arriving too early means waiting with luggage until porter service and check-in fully ramp up.
Rooftop parking opens at 8 AM with vehicle height restrictions. On major sail days lots fill quickly. Professional car service eliminates parking costs and eliminates the walk from remote lots.
Taxi passengers queue on the second-level viaduct. Private car pickups are coordinated separately — we send exact meeting instructions the morning of your arrival based on pier and traffic flow.
Two different operations, two different timing strategies.
Same-day airport-to-port transfers with flight tracking and buffer planning.
Closest airport to MCT. Direct route through Lincoln Tunnel to the West Side. Ideal for passengers arriving on domestic flights with tight embarkation windows.
EWR car service detailsConvenient for domestic arrivals. Route runs via Grand Central Parkway to FDR Drive, then across to 12th Avenue and the W 55th Street entrance.
LGA car service detailsPrimary international gateway. Plan 90+ minute buffer between landing and your embarkation window to account for customs, luggage, and cross-borough traffic.
JFK car service detailsAll airport transfers include flight tracking, luggage assistance, and flat-rate pricing. Optional meet-and-greet ($25) for indoor baggage claim meeting. View all airport services
Four steps from booking to curbside at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.
Enter your airport or address, the cruise terminal as destination, and your embarkation date/time. Instant quote, no hidden fees.
Receive booking confirmation with your chauffeur's name, vehicle details, and pier-specific instructions 24 hours before pickup.
For airport arrivals, we track your flight in real time. For hotel pickups, your chauffeur texts 15 minutes before arrival.
Curbside drop-off at the W 55th Street entrance with luggage assistance. Your chauffeur handles the approach timing.
No surprises at the pier. Everything confirmed before you book.
60 min for domestic arrivals, 90 min for international flights. 15 min for hotel/address pickups. Clock starts at actual flight arrival or scheduled time.
Full policy detailsIncluded on all airport transfers. We monitor your flight and adjust chauffeur timing automatically for delays, early arrivals, and gate changes.
Full policy detailsCancel more than 24 hours before pickup for a full refund. 12–24h: 50% fee. 2–12h: 75% fee. Under 2h: 100% fee.
Full policy details$25 add-on. Indoor baggage claim meeting with name sign, luggage assistance, and non-medical walking assistance. Available at JFK, LGA, and EWR.
Full policy details$25 per seat. Infant (rear-facing), convertible, or booster. Specify child age, weight, and height at booking. Follows NY/NJ/CT state laws.
Full policy detailsAll tolls included in your fare for standard routes. No hidden surcharges. Gratuity not included — can be added at checkout or paid directly.
Luggage capacity matters when you're packing for a week at sea.
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5-Series
Solo travelers or couples with light luggage
Cadillac Escalade ESV, Mercedes GLS
Families with cruise luggage, strollers, and port bags
Mercedes Sprinter (~14 pax)
Groups, multi-cabin families, cruise club meetups
All vehicles are late-model (2023\u20132026) and professionally detailed between every ride. View full fleet
Background-checked, professionally trained, experienced with Manhattan Cruise Terminal logistics and the W 55th Street approach.
Ships dock early. Flights arrive late. We operate around the clock to match cruise and airline schedules.
We monitor both your inbound flight and your ship’s arrival. No need to call for schedule changes — we adjust automatically.
Rates confirmed at booking. No surge pricing on sail days, no meter running in terminal traffic. All tolls included.
Full airport transfer service for JFK, LGA, EWR, Teterboro, and Westchester.
Hotel pickups, point-to-point transfers, and hourly service across all Manhattan neighborhoods.
Child seat-equipped vehicles for families heading to the cruise terminal with young children.
Group transportation for cruise parties of 6–14 with generous luggage capacity.
One-way transfers from any address to the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.
NJ-to-MCT transfers via Lincoln Tunnel for passengers staying in Jersey City, Hoboken, or northern NJ.
Airport-to-port, hotel-to-pier, or post-cruise pickup \u2014 True North VIP provides professional Manhattan Cruise Terminal car service 24/7. Explore our full service menu or book directly.
Last updated: February 2026
True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with vetted professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.
To book a ride, visit truenorthvip.com/book or call +1‑347‑321‑9929.
