The San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal is located at 1140 North Harbor Drive on the B Street Pier. It is conveniently located in downtown San Diego a short distance from countless attractions.
Amenities
The cruise ship terminal is a comfortable, colorful place for passengers. There are wheelchair accessible elevators and a passenger gangway. Customer service representatives are available to help if there are any special needs.
Security
Security and Pier Access
The cruise ship terminal operates in compliance with current U.S. Coast Guard Security Standards. Due to increased security, the following measures have been enacted:
- If driving, you may drive onto the pier by presenting your ID and a ship ticket for sailing on that specific date.
- If arriving by air or motorcoach, all luggage must have your name and address attached.
- You will be required to show a picture ID and ship ticket in order to enter the cruise ship terminal.
- Again, your picture ID and ship ticket must be shown along with your passport, birth certificate, etc for check-in with the cruise line.
- Picture ID and your security card must be shown at the gangway in order to embark ship.
- A picture ID and ship ticket are required upon accessing the pier until boarding of the ship.
Checking In
Once you pass security, you will need to check in at your cruise ship counter. Check your boarding document for your arrival time at the cruise ship terminal. Come prepared for check-in. Have your ID and ship ticket ready and allow about an hour for processing time.
Getting To and From the Airport
Traffic, Transit, and Travel Information
SANDAG and the San Diego Transportation Partners provide real-time traffic information with driving times and incident reports, transit route and fare information, carpool and vanpool information, and commute options from its 511 Web site.Directions
The San Diego B Street Cruise Ship Terminal is approximately ten minutes from San Diego International Airport and the Santa Fe Train Station. It also is easy to access from San Diego’s major freeway systems.
By Car
Driving South on Interstate 5: Take I-5 into downtown San Diego. Exit on Sassafras (airport exit). Proceed straight on the exit road which turns into India Street, until you reach Laurel Street. Turn right on Laurel and proceed west until Harbor Drive. Make a left on Harbor Drive. From that point, the cruise ship terminal is approximately one-fourth of a mile south on the right.
Driving North on Interstate 5: Take I-5 into downtown San Diego. Exit on Hawthorn (airport exit). Hawthorn Street steers west toward the
San Diego Bay waterfront and Harbor Drive. At Harbor Drive, make a left. From that point, the cruise ship terminal is approximately one-fourth of a mile south on the right.
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By Plane
For those arriving to San Diego by air, the terminal is a 10-minute ride from San Diego International Airport. An area devoted for taxicab pick-up is located just outside of the baggage claim areas of the airport’s two main terminals and commuter terminal.
A new service for passengers of select cruise lines allows them to skip baggage claim at the airport. Cruise line representatives will pick up guests’ checked items and deliver them directly to the ship. Please check with your cruise line or travel agent to arrange for this service.
By Train
Cruise passengers arriving in San Diego by way of Amtrak will be let off at the Santa Fe Depot station. The station is a short distance from the cruise terminal, so you may walk or take a taxi service to the terminal. For those choosing to walk, travel west on Broadway Street toward the terminal, which will be in sight.
Parking
Passengers arriving by personal vehicle may NOT park on the pier while on your cruise. Short- and long-term parking is available at the following locations:
Note: One of the services available for cruise customers are pedicab ides to the ship. These are independent operators not associated with the Port or the parking facilities operators. Please negotiate a price with them before accepting a ride.
| Company | Attended | Outside $/day | Inside $/day | Shuttle | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closest to the Pier | |||||
| Lane Field (619) 230-1435 900 W. Broadway | 7/24 AUTO | $15 | NO | $105 - $120 | |
| Five Star (619) 233-2000 800 W. Broadway | 7/24 AUTO | $20 | NO | ||
| Park and Go (619) 525-9885 2535 Pacific Highway | 7/24 AUTO | $10 | YES | ||
| Parking Nearby | |||||
| Aladdin/AMPCO (619) 696-7434 2548 Kettner Blvd. | 7/24 HRS | $12 | $14 | YES | |
| Laurel Travel Center (619) 233-0412 1025 W. Laurel | 7/24 HRS | $11 | $13 | YES | |
| Lindbergh Parking (619) 291-2087 3705 N. Harbor Dr. (Airport) | 7/24 HRS | $24 | NO | ||
| Park 'N Fly (619) 295-2832 3298 Kettner Blvd. | 7/24 HRS | $11 | $13 | YES | |
| Park & Ride Lot 1 (619) 295-6659 3550 Kettner Blvd. | 7/24 HRS | $11 | YES | ||
| Park & Ride Lot 5 (619) 295-4639 3275 Pacific Hwy. | 7/24 HRS | $11 | YES | ||
| Park & Ride Lot 7 (619) 295-2807 3405 Pacific Hwy. | 7/24 HRS | $10 | YES | ||
| Park & Ride Annex (619) 295-0511 1650 Sassafras | 7/24 HRS | $11 | YES | ||
| Park Shuttle and Fly (619) 758-7600 2220 Lee Court | 7/24 HRS | $10 | NO | ||
