Terminal and which lines use it
Cruise Maryland Terminal, 2001 East McComas Street, Baltimore, MD 21230, run by the Maryland Port Administration at the Port of Baltimore.
- The port lists Carnival (Carnival Pride) and Royal Caribbean (Vision of the Seas) as cruise line partners.
- Itineraries the port lists include the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada and New England.
Check your cruise documents for your ship and check-in time.
Getting there
- BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport: 10.5 miles, per the port, with curbside taxi service to the terminal.
- Washington airports: Reagan National is 48 miles and Dulles is 60 miles away, per the port.
- Train: Baltimore Penn Station (Amtrak and MARC) is 5.5 miles away and BWI's Amtrak station 11.5 miles. MARC weekday trains from Washington Union Station reach Camden and Penn stations, both a short taxi ride from the terminal.
- Taxi: The port says only four passengers are allowed per taxi.
- By car: The terminal is next to I-95.
Parking
No advance reservation is needed for the port's secured, fenced, well-lit long-term lots, which are within walking distance of the terminal. Pay on arrival by credit card. Accessible parking is on site. Drop your luggage first: you'll be directed to the luggage boxes, then to your lot.
Current rates: Cruise Maryland passenger information.
Check-in tips
1. Tag your bags before you arrive with your cruise line's luggage tags. No tags? Visit the "Cruise Luggage Tags" tent on your left as you enter. 2. ID: Everyone over 18 needs a government-issued photo ID to enter, and only ticketed passengers go into the passenger building. 3. Timing: The port says to arrive at least 90 minutes to 2 hours before departure so you're aboard 60 minutes before sailing, or you can be denied boarding. 4. Passports: The port says a valid passport is required for Canada, the Caribbean and Bermuda, with closed-loop exceptions for U.S. citizens. Check your line's rules.
Return-day tip
Terminal gates open at 8:30 am for pickups. The port says clearing customs takes about 2 to 3 hours after the ship arrives, so book a later flight out of BWI. Friends and family wait in the "Pick Up" lot, and there's no re-entry to the terminal's seating area, so dress for the weather.
FAQs
Where is the Baltimore cruise terminal?
The Cruise Maryland Terminal, 2001 East McComas Street, Baltimore, MD 21230, next to I-95.
Which cruise lines sail from Baltimore?
The port lists Carnival (Carnival Pride) and Royal Caribbean (Vision of the Seas). Ships change by season.
How far is BWI from the Baltimore cruise port?
10.5 miles, per the port. BWI has curbside taxi service to the terminal.
Do I need a parking reservation for a Baltimore cruise?
No. The port says no advance reservation is needed for its secured long-term lots. Pay by credit card on arrival.
Can I take the train to a Baltimore cruise?
Yes. Penn Station (Amtrak and MARC) is 5.5 miles from the terminal, a short taxi ride.
How early should I arrive for a Baltimore cruise?
The port says at least 90 minutes to 2 hours before departure. Follow your cruise line's check-in time.
What if I don't have luggage tags in Baltimore?
Visit the "Cruise Luggage Tags" tent on your left as you enter the terminal.
How long does disembarkation take in Baltimore?
The port says about 2 to 3 hours after the ship arrives, while customs clears the ship. Pickup gates open at 8:30 am.
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