Los Angeles & Orange County
LAX to Pasadena Car Service
Artisan Limo's LAX to Pasadena car service picks you up at the LAX terminal curb and drives you to your Pasadena hotel, home, office or event in a private sedan, SUV or Sprinter van. Your chauffeur tracks your flight, loads your bags and takes you straight to the door, from Old Pasadena to the Rose Bowl. You see the complete price before you book. Rides start from $135. Book online or call (888) 850-0420.
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Curbside pickup at LAX · Flight tracking · About 28 miles · Price shown before you book
- LAX to Pasadena
- Rides start from $135. You see the complete price before you book.LAX to Pasadena rates
- Curbside pickup at LAX
- According to LAX, car services pick up at the outermost curb on the arrivals level outside baggage claim.How your LAX pickup works
- Burbank is closer
- Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 16 miles from Pasadena by Google Maps, compared with about 28 miles from LAX.Burbank is closer
National rate card
LAX to Pasadena rates
Pasadena rides use Artisan's standard rate card. Your price depends on the exact address, time and vehicle. Sedans seat 2 passengers with 3 bags; SUVs seat 6 passengers with 6 bags.
| Vehicle | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 |
| Executive SUV — Suburban | $155 |
| Luxury SUV — Escalade | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan — S-Class/7 Series | $235 |
Optional meet-and-greet: $25 for eligible airport arrivals.
- Starting fares are the minimum for each vehicle class, not a fixed airport or destination fare. Your complete price depends on the exact addresses, time and options, and you see it before you book. Required trip costs are included. Gratuity is optional.
- 3-hour minimum for hourly service. Hourly service starts at $120 an hour.
Route
The route at a glance
Distance from Google Maps. Your chauffeur picks the best route for the traffic at the time.
| Detail | LAX to Pasadena |
|---|---|
| Driving distance | About 28 miles (LAX to central Pasadena) |
| Main route | North through Downtown LA on the 110 (Arroyo Seco Parkway) |
| Drive time | Depends on traffic and time of day |
| LAX pickup | Outermost curb, arrivals level, outside baggage claim |
LAX pickup
How your LAX pickup works
More on LAX pickups: LAX car service.
Add your flight number
We track your flight in real time, so your pickup follows your actual landing.
Collect your bags
Domestic arrivals in a sedan or SUV include 60 minutes of waiting and international arrivals 90 minutes, counted from wheels-down. For Sprinters, vans and coaches, waiting is set in the written quote.
Meet your chauffeur at the curb
According to LAX, car services pick up at the outermost curb on the arrivals level outside baggage claim. Taxis and standard ride apps use the LAX-it lot instead. With the $25 meet-and-greet, your chauffeur waits inside the terminal.
Ride to your door in Pasadena
Pasadena
Where we drive in Pasadena
For rides around Pasadena once you've arrived, see Pasadena car service.
Old Pasadena and the Playhouse District
Hotels, restaurants and shops.
The Pasadena Convention Center
Conferences and trade shows.
The Rose Bowl
Games, concerts and events. Ask about hourly service so your car is ready after the event.
Caltech and the Huntington
Campus visits, conferences and museum trips.
South Pasadena, San Marino, La Cañada Flintridge and Altadena
Homes in nearby communities.
Compare options
Car service, rideshare or FlyAway and Metro?
Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
| Option | Where it picks up at LAX | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan car service | Terminal curb | Private, door to door, flight tracking, price shown before you book |
| Taxi or standard Uber/Lyft | LAX-it lot (walk or free shuttle) | Rideshare prices change with demand |
| Shared shuttle | Arrivals level | May stop for other passengers on the way |
| FlyAway bus plus Metro | Blue FlyAway signs, arrivals level | FlyAway to Union Station ($12.75), then the Metro A Line to Pasadena, with luggage |
Burbank
Burbank is closer
Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 16 miles from Pasadena by Google Maps, compared with about 28 miles from LAX. If you can fly into Burbank, see Burbank Airport car service.
Pasadena to LAX
Pasadena to LAX
For your departure, enter your Pasadena address and flight time. Leave extra time for traffic through Downtown LA. Your chauffeur waits 15 minutes at your door on a point-to-point booking and drops you at your airline's departure level.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle
Sprinters, Mini Coaches and Motorcoaches are priced by written quote for your date and group.
Child seats are available in SUVs only, up to 2 per vehicle. Request them in advance with each child's age, weight and height. Child seats are subject to availability.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Solo travelers and couples |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Executives and VIP guests |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Families, child seats, extra luggage |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Small groups traveling in style |
| Jet Sprinter | About 8–10 passengers | 4–6 bags | Executive groups and VIP guests |
| Executive Sprinter | About 13 passengers | By layout | Teams and airport groups |
| Limo Sprinter | About 8–17 passengers | 4–6 bags | Nights out, weddings and celebrations |
| Mini Coach | Up to 24 passengers | By coach | Events and guest groups |
| Motorcoach | Up to 56 passengers | By coach | Large events and conferences |
How to book
Book in three steps
Booking for someone else? Choose "Booking for someone else" and enter the passenger's name and phone number. The passenger doesn't get an automatic message. Confirmations go to you, and the concierge uses the passenger's details to coordinate the pickup.
Enter your trip
Pickup, destination, date, time, passengers and bags. For airports, add the flight number.
Review your price
Choose a vehicle, see the complete trip price and send your request. Your card is saved, not charged. Sprinters and coaches get a written quote.
Ride
Artisan confirms your ride and charges the price you accepted. Your chauffeur meets you at the address, or at the airport on your actual arrival time.
Book
Book your LAX to Pasadena car service
Enter your flight and Pasadena address in the booking form to see your price, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420.
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Before you book
LAX to Pasadena car service FAQ
For your exact route, vehicle and timing, review the trip details and terms before submitting.
Speak with the conciergeHow much is a car service from LAX to Pasadena?
With Artisan Limo, rides start from $135 in an Executive Sedan, $155 in a Suburban, $185 in an Escalade and $235 in an S-Class or 7 Series. Your exact price depends on the address and time, and you see it before you book.
How far is Pasadena from LAX?
About 28 miles to central Pasadena by Google Maps. Drive time depends on traffic.
How much is an Uber from LAX to Pasadena?
It changes with demand, and standard Uber rides pick up at the LAX-it lot. Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
Does LAX have a shuttle to Pasadena?
The FlyAway bus runs from LAX to Union Station for $12.75, and the Metro A Line continues to Pasadena. Shared shuttles also serve Pasadena but can stop for other passengers. A private car goes straight to your door.
How do I get from Pasadena to LAX?
Book a ride with your Pasadena pickup address and flight time. Your chauffeur drops you at your airline's departure level.
Should I fly into LAX or Burbank for Pasadena?
Burbank is about 16 miles from Pasadena and LAX about 28, by Google Maps. We pick up at both.
Can I cancel my ride?
Standard confirmed transfers get a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before pickup. Inside 48 hours, any refund is at Artisan's discretion. Group programs use 7 days.
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Policies and planning
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