San Diego Meeting Transportation
Trolley in Downtown San Diego
Delegates get a bird's eye view of downtown as their planes land at San Diego International airport. Terminals filled with clever and astonishing artworks are located just a few minutes from downtown, practically at the edge of San Diego Bay. The easy accessibility of the San Diego International Airport, literally minutes from downtown, is just the beginning when it comes to the county's sophisticated transportation system. Served by airlines with direct flights from most major hubs, the airport is modern, efficient, and convenient. Shuttles, taxis and private limousines whisk delegates to their hotels with speed and comfort, making a positive first impression for meetings and conventions.
Airport Shuttles
Shuttle Service is available at the transportation plazas across from the San Diego Airport Terminals 1 and 2, and curbside at the Commuter Terminal. Several shuttles companies with vans and buses are also available for hire from the airport.
Car Rental
San Diego's Airport is served by all major car rental agencies. Car rental reservation boards are located near the baggage claim areas of Terminal 1 and 2. Visitors can request shuttle transportation to the car rental company of their choice by using convenient courtesy phones.
Taxis
Many companies provide taxicab service at the San Diego International Airport. Signage leads visitors from the gate to the transportation plazas, where a transportation coordinator places visitors with the first available taxi (unless they specify a particular taxicab company). The San Diego airport is conveniently located just 2-3 miles from various areas of downtown San Diego.
San Diego Trolley
You can't miss the bright red trolley cars that criss-cross San Diego's downtown area and beyond. The Trolley provides convenient service from various points downtown and Mission Valley hotels to the San Diego Convention Center.
Limousines and Town Cars
Many limousine companies provide service from San Diego International Airport.
Trains
The North County Coaster provides train service linking downtown San Diego to the region's coastal communities. Stretching from downtown San Diego to Oceanside, the Coaster is a relaxing and convenient way to enjoy the California coastline in all its glory.
Bus Charter
There are a wide variety of companies that offer bus charter services for convention and meetings groups, whether for transportation to an event site, a local sight-seeing tour or a longer excursion.
Coronado Ferry
A passenger ferry runs regularly across San Diego Bay between Broadway Pier in downtown San Diego and the Coronado Ferry Landing in Coronado. A one-way trip takes about 10 minutes. Not only is this an efficient mode of transportation, but the view from the Ferry onto the San Diego-Coronado Bridge and the San Diego skyline are simply unforgettable.
Water Taxi
The San Diego Water Taxi offers on-call transportation service along San Diego Bay. Enjoy the scenery and beautiful skyline on the way to your favorite hotel, waterfront shopping center, or restaurant.
