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Buses, trains, freeways, ferries and trolleys make travel accessible and economical for guests in San Diego. And the City is well-connected with the rest of the country and the world through highways, rail, sea and air.
Airport
San Diego International Airport, centrally located near downtown San Diego, accommodates daily flights to 158 cities serving an average 36,500 passengers daily, handles more than 70,000 tons of air cargo annually.
The Coaster
The Coaster trains link communities and travelers between coastal North County and downtown San Diego, including station stops in Old Town, Sorrento Valley, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Oceanside. The Coaster operates Monday-Saturday. There is no Sunday service. Service is not offered on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Metro Bus
Public transit is available via the Metropolitan Transit System bus that travels to and from the Airport and downtown San Diego, stopping between Terminals 1 and 2 and the Commuter Terminal. The 10-minute bus service connects with Trolley, Coaster and Amtrak stations and is wheelchair accessible.
Shuttles
Shuttle vans and buses are a popular and convenient transportation option. Shuttle service is available at the Transportation Plazas in the San Diego International Airport, across from Terminals 1 and 2, and curbside at the Commuter Terminal.
Taxicab Service
If you need a taxi, there are many companies that provide taxicab service at San Diego International Airport.
Seaport
The Port of San Diego controls the maritime operations of San Diego Harbor, and has three major terminals. San Diego has a growing cruise ship operation, and cargo operations are also a major sector.
Trolley
The San Diego Trolley is known for its reliability, safety, and convenience. Often called San Diego's "moving landmark", the Trolley is also a fun way to get around, whether traveling to the International Border, or heading to Centre City's shopping, restaurants, harbor and historic attractions. The San Diego Trolley now serves historic Old Town, California's birthplace, as well as Mission Valley, Fashion Valley, and Qualcomm Stadium at Jack Murphy Field.
Coronado Ferry
The ferry shuttles between the Broadway Pier (Downtown San Diego) and The Ferry Landing Marketplace (Coronado) year 'round. The ferry departs the Broadway Pier daily for Coronado, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and crossings continue every hour on the hour until 9:00 p.m. Departures from Coronado begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue every hour on the half hour until 9:30 p.m.
Rental Cars
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