Getting around San Diego, CA
Planning to travel in San Diego? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your San Diego experience. Travel from San Diego International Airport to popular hotels like The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.
Reserve car service in San Diego with Uber
Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in San Diego. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to San Diego International Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.
Rideshare and other services in San Diego, California
Getting around San Diego without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride from San Diego International Airport to Carmel Valley or head to another destination with the app. If you’re planning to travel in San Diego with a large group, request BLACK to enjoy a comfortable ride.
Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring San Diego.
San Diego-area airport car service
When your travel in San Diego takes you to an airport from Carmel Valley, Carmel Mountain or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.
Popular destinations in San Diego, CA
Uber makes San Diego travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around San Diego request rides to San Diego Convention Center more than any other spot.
Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.
Destination | Average price with UberX* |
|---|---|
San Diego Convention Center | $15 |
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina | $19 |
San Diego Zoo | $16 |
Petco Park | $22 |
San Ysidro Transit Center MTS Trolley Station | $25 |
Taxis and other ride options near San Diego, CA
Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when you need to get around San Diego. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. Whether you’re requesting a ride from the airport or to help you discover somewhere new, log in on Uber.com or open the app and enter a destination in San Diego.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Uber available in San Diego?
Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around San Diego anytime, 24/7.
- What’s the most affordable way to travel in San Diego?
With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in San Diego. To get the possible cost, open the app or use our price estimator. Input your pickup and dropoff locations, and the price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to discover what’s currently available.
- Can I get around San Diego without a car?
Yes. Open your Uber app to request San Diego car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other San Diego transportation options available in your app, too.)
- Can I rent a car in San Diego?
Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in San Diego or wherever the road takes you.
- How does Uber in San Diego help keep riders safe?
Your safety when traveling in San Diego is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.
- Is Uber Eats available in San Diego?
Yes. Uber Eats offers pickup or food delivery in San Diego from your favorite restaurants. Browse lots of food delivery options, place your order, and track it by the minute.
Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.
Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.
After the driver has ended the trip, please report any feedback when rating your trip in the Uber app, visiting help.uber.com, or calling 800-664-1378.
In California, due to CPUC requirements, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app. Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18. In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.
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