Galveston Travel & Transportation

Galveston may be an island, but it is more accessible than you think.

Galveston may be 32-miles long, but it's only a few miles wide. With a handful of neighborhoods and top points of interest, finding your perfect locations won't be difficult.

Proximity to Houston

Located about an hour south of Houston and connected to the mainland by a causeway, Galveston is as easy to get to as an island can be. Some of the ways to travel to, from, or on the island include Uber or Lyft, shuttle, limousine, rental car or personal vehicle.

The closest international airport to Galveston is William P Hobby Airport. Located on the southern side of Houston, it’s only about 40 miles – and less than an hour – from the terminal to the beach.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the largest airport in Houston. It’s about 70 miles and 80+ minutes from Galveston.

Fun Ways to Travel Around the Island

Golf Cart

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Bicycles and E‑Bikes

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Galveston Slingshot Rentals

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Parking on The Island

Getting Here & Transportation

Downtown Parking

Fee: Parking within Downtown is $2.25/hour with a minimum of 1 hour
Operation: Parking Downtown is enforced daily between 9 AM and 6 PM, 7 days a week, 365 days per year
Payment Options: PayByPhone or call 866-234-7275 or call 409-797-5198

When using the PayByPhone system, you will the need this location code for the Galveston Seawall: 5689.

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Getting Here & Transportation

Seawall Parking

Fee: $2 an hour with a two-hour minimum, not to exceed $16 / day, yearly passes available*
Operation: 10 AM – 6 PM, 7 days a week, 365 days per year
Payment Options: PayByPhone or call 866-234-7275 or call 409-797-5198

When using the PayByPhone system, you will the need this location code for the Galveston Seawall: 5004.

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