Terminal and which lines use it
B Street Pier, 1140 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, California
- Royal Caribbean lists this terminal as its San Diego, California departure port.
Royal Caribbean lists this port on its official driving-directions page. Ships and seasons rotate, so check your cruise documents for your ship and check-in time.
Getting there
- From San Diego International Airport (3 miles): Follow Harbor Drive south toward downtown; B Street Pier is on your right.
- Southbound on I-5: Take the Front Street exit, turn right at Ash Street to its end at Harbor Drive, then left. The pier is on your right.
- Northbound on I-5: Take the 6th Street exit, go left on 6th about 4 blocks, right at Ash Street, then left on Harbor Drive.
Parking
Royal Caribbean says secured parking is at the Wyndham San Diego Bayside across the street, with a complimentary shuttle to the terminals. Reservations are recommended.
Where to stay the night before
Stay downtown or along the Embarcadero; the airport is also only a few miles away.
Boarding-day timeline
1. The night before: Confirm your arrival window in the Royal Caribbean app and keep your travel documents in your carry-on. Check ID requirements with your cruise line and travel.state.gov / CBP before you sail. 2. Morning: Leave a traffic buffer. Drop luggage with the porters before you park. 3. Check-in: Royal Caribbean warns that security and immigration can cause delays at the pier. 4. Onboard: Grab lunch and find a sail-away spot.
FAQs
Where does Royal Caribbean sail from in San Diego?
The B Street Pier, 1140 North Harbor Drive, San Diego.
How far is the San Diego cruise terminal from the airport?
About 3 miles, per Royal Caribbean.
Where do I park for a San Diego cruise?
Royal Caribbean points to secured parking at the Wyndham San Diego Bayside across the street.
Is there a shuttle from San Diego cruise parking?
Yes, a complimentary shuttle runs to the terminals, per Royal Caribbean.
Should I reserve cruise parking in San Diego?
Royal Caribbean recommends reservations.
Which I-5 exit do I take for the B Street Pier?
Front Street southbound or 6th Street northbound, then Ash Street to Harbor Drive.
Can I walk to the San Diego cruise terminal from downtown?
The pier is on Harbor Drive at the edge of downtown; check the distance from your hotel.
Where should I stay before a San Diego cruise?
Downtown or the Embarcadero area for a short trip to the pier.
Which Royal Caribbean ship sails from San Diego?
Serenade of the Seas, for the 2026-27 season (October 2026 to spring 2027). Check current itineraries.
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