Los Angeles & Orange County
LAX to San Diego Car Service
Artisan Limo's LAX to San Diego car service drives you from the LAX terminal curb to Downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Coronado, Del Mar or Carlsbad in a private sedan, SUV or Sprinter van with a professional chauffeur. No shuttle schedule, no stops for other passengers and no connecting flight. We track your flight, and you see the complete price before you book. We also drive from San Diego to LAX. Book online or call (888) 850-0420.
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Curbside pickup at LAX · About 124 miles · Flight tracking · Price shown before you book
- LAX to San Diego
- Priced for the full distance to your address. You see your complete price before you book.LAX to San Diego rates
- About 124 miles
- About 124 miles to Downtown San Diego by Google Maps, on the I-405 and I-5.The route at a glance
- San Diego to LAX
- We also drive from San Diego to LAX. Enter your San Diego pickup address and your flight time.San Diego to LAX car service
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LAX to San Diego rates
San Diego is a long-distance ride, so it's priced for the full distance to your address. Enter your trip in the booking form to see your complete price before you book. 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.
- Your San Diego price will be higher than these minimum starting fares because of the distance.
Sprinters for groups are priced by written quote.
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 Downtown San Diego |
|---|---|
| Driving distance | About 124 miles |
| Main route | I-405 South, then I-5 South through Orange County |
| 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. With the $25 meet-and-greet, your chauffeur waits inside the terminal.
Ride down the coast
Want a planned stop on the way? Add it when you book so it's part of your price.
San Diego to LAX
San Diego to LAX car service
Flying out of LAX from San Diego? Enter your San Diego pickup address and your flight time. Leave plenty of time for the long drive and for traffic as you get closer to LAX. Your chauffeur waits 15 minutes at your door on a point-to-point booking and drops you at your airline's departure level.
San Diego County
Where we drive in San Diego County
Downtown San Diego and the Gaslamp Quarter
Hotels, the convention center and Petco Park.
La Jolla
Resorts, UC San Diego and Torrey Pines.
Coronado
Beach resorts across the bay.
Del Mar, Carlsbad and Encinitas
North County homes, resorts and events on the way.
Mission Bay and Point Loma
Hotels, the cruise terminal area and neighborhoods.
Groups and events
Conferences, weddings and teams by Sprinter or coach, by written quote.
Compare options
Car service, train, shuttle or flight?
| Option | How it works | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan car service | Private car from the LAX curb to your door | Leaves when you land, no stops for others, your price shown before you book |
| Train | Get to Union Station first, then the train south | Transfers with luggage, then a ride from the station |
| Shared shuttle | Scheduled shared van or bus | Set times, stops for other passengers |
| Connecting flight | Fly LAX to San Diego (SAN) | Another check-in, then a ride from SAN |
| Uber or Lyft | Pick up at the LAX-it lot | Prices change with demand |
Long distance
Other long-distance rides
We also drive to Palm Springs, Santa Barbara and other cities across Southern California. See long distance car service Los Angeles.
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 San Diego car service
Enter your flight and San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego?
The price depends on your exact address, vehicle and time. Enter your trip in the booking form and you see the complete price before you book. Artisan's starting fares begin at $135 for an Executive Sedan, and a San Diego ride costs more because of the distance.
How far is San Diego from LAX?
About 124 miles to Downtown San Diego by Google Maps, on the I-405 and I-5. Drive time depends on traffic.
How much does it cost to Uber from LAX to San Diego?
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.
Is there a shuttle service between LAX and San Diego?
Yes, shared shuttles run on a schedule and stop for other passengers. A private car leaves when you land and goes straight to your door.
What is the cheapest way to get from LAX to San Diego?
Public transit and the train cost the least but need transfers with luggage. A private car costs more and takes you door to door.
Do you offer car service from San Diego to LAX?
Yes. Enter your San Diego pickup address and flight time in the booking form.
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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