La Romana's cruise terminal sits in the Central Romana port at the river mouth, between the town centre and Casa de Campo. The resort is about 6 km away, La Romana Airport (LRM) about 10 km (around 15 minutes), Punta Cana (PUJ) about 80 km and Santo Domingo (SDQ) about 100 km.
La Romana works as a port of call and also as an embarkation port for some cruise lines in the winter season, including Costa, which in 2025 offered embarkation in La Romana or Santo Domingo. Many excursions leave from here to Catalina and Saona islands, Altos de Chavón and Bayahíbe.
Getting off the ship
The terminal has restrooms, an information desk, shops, craft stalls and a pharmacy; some guides also mention a pool with a bar for passengers. Taxis line up on the dock and charge fixed fares by destination, with no meters. Some cruise lines run shuttles to Casa de Campo, free or paid; ask on board.
The most quoted taxi fare to Casa de Campo is US$15 to US$20 per vehicle each way, but it comes from older guides; for 2026, budget around US$15 to US$25. Visiting Casa de Campo or Altos de Chavón as a non-guest may involve an entry fee; ask first.
You can walk into central La Romana, but estimates vary from 15 to 25 minutes depending on where you exit. There's little to see in town beyond the central park and the market; most cruise passengers head for Casa de Campo, Altos de Chavón or an island.
Popular trips from the port
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Private car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Campo (Marina and Minitas) | 6 km | 10 to 15 min | US$15 to US$25 |
| Altos de Chavón | 12 km | 15 to 25 min | US$25 to US$40 |
| Bayahíbe (boats to Saona Island) | 25 km | 25 to 35 min | US$40 to US$60 |
| Dominicus Beach | 28 km | 30 to 40 min | US$45 to US$65 |
| Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) | 80 km | 50 min to 1 h 10 min | US$80 to US$120 |
One-way prices, approximate, based on posted fares and 2025 and 2026 quotes. Confirm the final price before you book.
Airport transfers
If you embark or disembark in La Romana, you have three airports. LRM is closest (about 10 km, around 15 minutes) but has few flights, mostly American Airlines from Miami and winter charters. Punta Cana (PUJ) is about 80 km away, 50 to 70 minutes on the Autovía del Coral, and has by far the most flights. Santo Domingo (SDQ) is about 100 km away, 75 to 100 minutes on the Autopista del Este, with tolls.
As a 2026 guide, a private transfer to PUJ costs around US$80 to US$120 per vehicle and to SDQ around US$90 to US$130; to LRM, around US$20 to US$35. When disembarking, allow at least 4 hours between leaving the ship and a flight from PUJ or SDQ: getting out with luggage can be slow when thousands of passengers leave at once.
Tips
- Ask on board whether there's a shuttle to Casa de Campo and whether it charges; it can save you the taxi.
- If you want to visit Saona or Catalina on your own, boats run at fixed times; a cruise-line excursion guarantees your return to the ship.
- If you're embarking in La Romana, compare flights into PUJ: there are usually more options and the transfer is about an hour.
- Bring pesos for tips and shopping in town; Casa de Campo and Altos de Chavón take cards.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport is closest to La Romana cruise port?
La Romana (LRM), about 15 minutes away, but with few flights. Punta Cana (PUJ), 50 to 70 minutes away, has many more.
How much is a taxi from the port to Casa de Campo?
Around US$15 to US$25 per vehicle each way in 2026. Confirm the price before you get in; there's no meter.
Can you walk into La Romana town?
Yes, in about 15 to 25 minutes according to guides, though the town has little for cruise passengers. Casa de Campo and Altos de Chavón need transport.
How long is the transfer from La Romana port to Punta Cana airport?
50 to 70 minutes for about 80 km. A private transfer costs around US$80 to US$120 per vehicle in 2026.