There's no better way to get to Coronado! Yes, sure - you can drive, but parking is limited. After all, it's an island. Why loop around the block to find parking when you don't need to. You can access the Coronado Ferry from either Broadway Pier or behind the Convention Center (I believe it's officially called the 5th St Pier). There is plenty to do very near the Coronado Ferry Landing, or take advantage of the small island and walk to one of the fabulous places on Orange Ave. If you're not into walking to the other side of the island, there is bus service - download the Pronto app for that (they're unrelated to the ferry service, I just want to make you aware that you *can* still get around on the island even if you don't have a car). Indoor and outdoor seating, and a 2nd floor which is all outdoor seating. Staff is always friendly and helpful. I believe that the one at the Convention Center is every 30 minutes and the Broadway Pier one is every hour (but every 30 minutes early in the morning). I get my tickets online before we go, but you can purchase them onsite, too. We take it about once every 4 or 6 weeks, it just dawned on me that I've not reviewed it yet. It's a fun way to get a look at the shoreline of the fabulous San Diego Bay! read more

Ferry to Coronado Review From a Local-What You Should Know (2026) What can you say besides-way cool. 1. Roundtrip ticket per person is $18.00. 2. Ferry departs every hour. 3. Ferry is year round, and the schedule remains the same. 4. Cashless and/or QR code. 5. Parking is difficult at the Harbor. 6. 15 minute ride from Harbor to Coronado. 7. Life jackets are under the seat. 8. Staff are efficient and personable. 9. There are eateries, shops, and other activities once you arrive at Coronado. I'm a local. I take the ferry with me and my kiddos to go bike riding and/or the beach in Coronado. The ferry does not have drinks or snacks as it is a short ride. I remember that the bathroom is sometimes open. There is two level seating. Indoor and outdoor. I like to sit in the far back on the seated padding to capture the best photos of the water. BIKING I rent the bikes at the ferry landing (Holland's Bikes). My family does a 2 hour fun day, eat pizza at the landing and return. BEACH Coronado is the beach with gold specs in the sand. Waves are not too big and the crowds are not overwhelming even in the summer. Me & kiddos each take a bag and have a beach day. Then we come take the ferry home at sunset. "Life with kids is really about experiences that are memorable for a lifetime." Accessibility on the ferry *Mobility accessible *Bike accessible read more

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Ferry to Coronado is the way to go if you want to avoid the traffic jam across the Coronado bridge during events. Super easy. You can buy your tickets online or at the pier in person. It's $9 bucks for a one way ticket; no reservations needed. The ferry leave every hour on the hour from the broadway pier on the downtown side. Take about 20 minutes to get across to Coronado. Very pretty views. You cruise right by the USS Midway and the Rady Shell. You can also catch a ferry from the convention center as well. It was a lovely way to get across the bay. read more

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I took my two year old and it was such a fun experience. It's super quick and it stops on the Coronado side with a ton of cafes and a walking path!! We've gone twice now! read more

Easy way to travel from San Diego across to the Coronado Island. The ferry runs every 30 min daily from 9:30 AM, they are very punctual. Guests can choose from ample seating on the upper deck or below. Overall, it was a wonderful ferry ride! The wait was short, the trip to Coronado Island was quick, and the San Diego skyline views were incredible! Festive area for all ages. There was live music, plenty of dining options and cafés, great shopping, and beautiful beaches to enjoy! The Coronado Ferry is a nice scenic option to view the harbor and skyline. read more

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With the many changes that are going on in here in San Diego the age of the bridge to the boat transportation the city is changing over to the use of Electrical Boats. The age of the ferry boats some of them were using the older tugs thet seats were installed top and bottom. The Corobado Ferry is one that you can board at the Embarcaderro at the Broadway pier purchasing tickets the customer service at the ticket office they can help with restaurants and the hotels they can gelp with and many tours here in San Diego. The ferrie trip you cruise out past the many boats going towards the Coronado Village you can see the many United States Naval Ships that are stationed near by the ferrie takes you into the docking area the smell of the ocean you can smell the ocean as the waves come up against the ferry. The smoith ride across the bay the feel of the water the view of the village you can walk around the village the food they have the Burger King nearby to the pizza and the barbecue restaurants. Many of the restaurants that are near by you can take the bus to for the many places nearby short distance. The Corobado Village is one place you can go to gave the best food and lunches they have the ride on the Coronado Ferry brings out hunger. As a Yelp Elite Reviewer the Coronado Ferry has alot of histoty for the cruises across the bay makes a great way to travel across the bay. The sea brings new hope and new dreams for the change of boats for the ocean brings new hope. read more

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I have taken the Coronado Ferry only twice in my life. The first time was several years ago when a group of friends took another friend for a birthday dinner in Coronado, and then we came back to enjoy the Gaslamp nightlife. The second time was just last week, when I took my husband out for his birthday dinner. I thought it would be fun to get there by ferry. The Coronado Ferry is run by Flagship Cruises and Events. There are two downtown pickup locations with their own schedules, one behind the Convention Center and one behind Broadway Pier. Both go to the adorable Coronado Ferry Landing where you can enjoy several restaurants and shops within walking distance. Last week, I found it a bit challenging to find the pickup spot behind the Convention Center, as there wasn't a full address listed on the website. It is simply listed as Fifth Avenue Pier. However, we found it in time, as I saw the sign for Flagship Cruises. Though it had been a rainy afternoon and evening, our 7:25PM pickup took place on time. We climbed aboard and chose the second level to enjoy the views of downtown and the Coronado Bridge. It was peaceful, beautiful and enjoyable... all 10 minutes of it. After all, Coronado is not at all far from downtown. My only issue is that I find $9 one way per person a bit pricey for such a short ride. However, it is fine if you don't go regularly. I also learned that for regular weekday commuter times, you may be able to qualify for a free commuter pass. All in all, it is a fun thing to do, and really would be a nice way to take out-of-town guests to enjoy Coronado. read more

Coronado Ferry - Downtown from the ferry - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

04-23-25 and April 25th Commuter Ferry, it's free on weekdays last departures 8:10am for Broadway Pier and 8:30am for Coronado. After these hours, $9 fee each way, round trip $18. Cocina 35 opens 8 am on weekdays and 7 am on weekends if you are looking for a place to enjoy breakfast. read more

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Fun and comfortable for families, couples, individuals, bike riders and more. Clean, secure and lots to view the entire trip. Inside and upper deck seating. Reasonable fare, but very expensive to park. read more

This was an inexpensive, no fuss way to get over to Coronado island. Girl selling the tickets at the counter wasn't the friendliest but we enjoyed how efficient the boat came and left. There was not a lot of waiting. It was load and go which was nice. The ride is slow but smooth and it was enjoyable to look at all the boats along the way. read more

So much fun. The upper deck is the way to go. The bottom deck is noisy. San Diego is lucky to have this great Ferry Service!

Tickets were so easy to purchase. the above deck outside area had a lot of seating but we chose to stand at the front. Below deck where you board was super stuffy. Probably great when it's cold but on a gorgeous sunny day stay top deck and wear sunscreen. Saw a drink vending machine but no bathroom. read more

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The Ride was very peaceful, especially at the top. Most people sat at the bottom. Someone claimed to have seen a dolphin, but unfortunately I didn't spot one after the fact. In order to get on the boat ride, you do have to pay for tickets at the window across from the entrance. After, you do have to wait in a line. On the way back to return to San Diego, there was a worker who was very observant, watching specific people's every move. We had tickets and there was a female worker by the male who was talking to a customer who wanted to purchase tickets. As we were approaching the woman worker, the male worker left the customers mid conversation, got in front of the other worker to get our tickets as we were approaching her.. I thought it was a bit odd but yeah, that happened. Other than that, the experience of the ride was amazing. read more

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The Coronado Ferry is a great option for anyone wanting to see Coronado Island who maybe doesn't have access to a car. The ferry is $7 one way and tickets can be purchased online or in person. The ferry is extremely prompt and leaves exactly when it says it does so be sure to give yourself about 10 or 15 minutes of cushion time so you aren't late. I was not as wise and accidentally missed the ferry so I had to wait a whole hour for the next one to arrive! I was cutting it pretty close but I was also very confused about which area of the pier the ferry would leave from. It wasn't indicated on the tickets I purchased online or in any confirmation email I received. So when I arrived, I jumped in the first line I saw which ended up being a whale watching tour - not the ferry! Whoopsie. By this point, it was about 3 minutes past the hour and when I asked the information desk where the ferry is boarding, she said it had already left. Womp womp womp.... So for those who might be a little confused, the ferry leaves from gate 2 on broadway pier. Gate 2! If you see any other line, it's not for the ferry you probably want to get on. All confusion aside, the ferry is a super convenient and reliable option to get to Coronado. The ride itself is very peaceful and gives a great view of the San Diego skyline. Don't forget to bring your jacket, some sunglasses, and mask up! read more

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We went on the Coronado to visit the island of Coronado. My mom has anxiety so the bridge wasn't an option for us, so we took the scenic route. I don't go on boats much, so this was a fun day trip. It takes about 30 minutes to and from the island, and there's different time increments of when the boat comes back. It's definitely a busy boat and the lines can get pretty annoying, especially with the typical large family with screaming toddlers types of tourist groups. read more

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This was so much fun if you are exploring the port. I highly recommend taking the time do this, for the small amount they ask, you get your bang for your buck. It's nice to be able to watch it all and see the big San Diego bridge up close! read more

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Great commuter transportation in the morning for working professionals. Beautiful city views and great time to absorb some vitamin D before heading into and leaving the office. Ferry is excellent for visitors who don't want to drive and visit the island. So fun! read more

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We paid $14 for 2 tickets to take the ferry from Coronado Island to San Diego in the evening. Turned out to be a little mini sunset cruise as the sun was setting when we went. Stunning views of the city and waters. Really easy and convenient to use. Would take ferry again next time we are back in town. read more

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Beautiful ferry ride over to the island. It's $7 so $14 round trip. It leaves every hour. It goes nice and slow so you can sit back and take in the views. Very affordable! Can't wait to go on this again! read more

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Great deal to take the ferry ! For us it was helpful to get to Coronado without a car. We love ferry rides for the fresh air, relaxing travel and beautiful views over the water. The price is reasonable $7/person and you can get a one-way or round trip ticket. It runs regularly (at the top of the hour from Broadway Pier and on the half hour from the Convention Center & Coronado Ferry Landing) 9:00am-9:00pm daily and extended commuter hours M-F. It's a quick trip of about 15 minutes. read more

Coronado Ferry - View from the ferry - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

It's a $8 dollar trip ($16 round trip) from downtown San Diego to Coronado on the ferry that comes roughly every hour or so. The ride itself is only maybe 15 min or so but is enjoyable. Tickets can be purchased in the tourist spot right in front of the gate. read more

My wife and I used the ferry to get from Coronado to downtown San Diego. The process was very easy. I bought tickets online, showed them to the attendant, then found a spot to sit. We sat on the top deck. You get some amazing views of San Diego. It's a great way to skip traffic and enjoy the bay breeze while getting from Coronado to San Diego. read more

I took the family here on a very beautiful Sunday in San Diego. We parked in the parking lot of the Little ferry landing and saw the boat pulling up. Round-trip tickets for one person is $10 and children under three are free. This is a cheap and inexpensive break from the normal activities for families. The kids really were excited and we rented a family four wheel bench style bike when we got to the cruise ship terminal by the Wyndham hotel read more

This ferry service is fantastic. Being a local resident downtown in a city I don't have a car and really appreciate the ferry service. The ferry is only $5 each way, a conveniently short ride to Coronado, and an absolutely beautiful and lovely ride. Honestly, most of the time I hop on the ferry just for the thrill of the ride and to see the beautiful views. The staff on the boat is always very respectful and friendly. Before the pandemic I can recall the staff Assisting couples and tourists with their photos. So sweet! There's two ferry stops downtown one by the cruise ships and the one by the convention center. Both equally as great and easy to use. I enjoy the journey to Coronado. There's lots of adorable stores like clothing boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, coffee spots and more. Totally worth it and I love the ferry! read more

Coronado Ferry - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

This is one of the best deals and experiences in San Diego. I know Flagship runs a bunch of cruises on the bay. And I'm sure they're terrific. But for the money - quick 15 mins across the bay and back to Coronado is great! And all for $10 round trip. Best part buy the ticket. Use it anytime. :) Bonus - all the staff are great. Those selling tickets are really helpful. Crew welcoming you on board to those running the ship. From beginning to end. They get it is a customer service they're offering. And the views. Wowza. From the water looking to Coronado or San Diego! Boats, Seadoos, ships, and the feel of the water under you. If all this is making you seasick - drive across the bridge. read more

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One of the best and reasonably priced activities to do in San Diego!! My boss brought our who team here for a team building activity and we were all super relaxed and appreciative of a light hearted activity. Logistics: -Roundtrip currently is $10. -They take you over on a semi-slow ferry - total time would be about 10 minutes one way. -They have one going every hour, and they leave on the hour so do not dawdle because they will not wait for you! -They have more water-taxi trips available but it drops you off at the SD convention center. Great for guests who are in town for a conference. You get an impressive view of the city line, and also the coronado bridge. Then you get dropped off at Coronado where the Coronado brewery is, beach-view restaurants, Cold Stone.. list goes on. Fun area with botique shops and SD-tourist gear shops. The Ferry company also sells more expensive, touristy boating options if you have more time and $. read more

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*phee phee* What a sweet little ferry. I must declare whether you are in the harbor day or night this ferry does an awesome job of making your trip to San Diego worth it. I rode it once after finishing middle school and enjoyed the trip. If you are here in the day time, you can get a clear view of the city. For those riding in the nighttime, it is very relaxing. Although I had no use for going to Coronado at night, the ambient setting of the ferry was good enough for me. I got to see a cruise ship, navy vessels and the Star of India. If you are lucky you can see the Coronado Bridge, it's a nice bridge that is old but very modern. Right next to the ferry was a city cruise ship which was undergoing testing for a party it will be hosting. Love the price of the ferry ride, costs a lot less than what you see in San Francisco and Seattle. I would ride this ferry again. read more

The best way to view the beautiful San Diego Bay. It's a very slow and smooth short ride. We loved it! We were staying at Marriott Marquis walked 25 mins to the USS Midway to catching Coronado Ferry! On the Flagship Cruise we can see our beautiful Hotel Marriott Marquis stunning view from the boat on the water. There was a Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival with food truck vendors and concerts going on from 11/18/22-~11/20/22 on the Embarcadero Marina Park. It was extremely crowded in and around that area with the foodies, concertgoers mixed among the tourists that weekends. It was our great decision to get away to Coronado across the bay from our weekend getaway stays at Marriott Marquis. Away from the Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival for some peaceful, mellow and chill vibes San Diego famous for! Go catch your Coronado Ferry feel it for yourself! read more

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While they offer workers rates, they do not offer locals any type of discount. Its too expensive for us to bring a couple of friends for a 15 minute ride that is $65 read more

We boarded the ferry on the Convention Center stop. From this point to Coronado is $10 round trip. Easy and fast ride across the bay with ocean breeze Depending on your destination, make sure you board the right boat when in Coronado, as one goes to the Broadway stop and another to the Convention stop. read more

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Growing up in Seattle I've been on a ferry boat a million times, but this was my first trip to Coronado Island. I had to take the ferry there, had to. It was amazing! The view is absolutely stunning! The ferry is easy to get to, affordable and runs frequently. We'll be back! read more

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Eyyyy this was pretty cool. They have machines there where you can buy your ticket! Bikes are also welcomed! There's plenty of room ESPECIALLY if you catch the Convention Center ferry. The broadway pier one is always packed which makes sense why it's larger. But anyways yeah be careful not to fling your bike around and be courteous of everyone who isn't on bike. The staff are real nice and helpful. It was fairly easy to find and get onto. Seating is great. I've yet to sit on the top because I bring my bike and I feel weird leaving it alone below deck because this thing rocks so much lol. It's a short ride so don't get too comfy. Will totally go on this again! Little pricey but pft it's San Diego what do you expect. And it drops you off at this cute ferry landing spot with a lot of restaurants, bathrooms and shops and a park with a stellar view! Check it out! It's a must if you don't want to take a cab to coronado. WAY CHEAPER. read more

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Short ferry ride to Coronado. We had a pleasant experience, and the view was lovely. We actually rented bike in San Diego, then took the ferry across to Coronado. It was very easy getting on and off the ferry with the bikes. There were a few other passengers who did the same. read more

Awesome way to see the bay in the Coronado/Downtown area. Five bucks one way, 10 bucks round trip. I will leave it at that. read more

Coronado Ferry - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

Walking around the Embarcadero as we do once in a while, we like to take the water ferry over to Coronado to have lunch. Even if it ain't so much to eat, just a ride on the water with the breeze in your face is good enough in it's own right. $10 bucks a pop for a roundtrip ticket is not too bad but I wish it were a couple of dollars cheaper for locals as to encourage more of us to get out and enjoy our beautiful city. Still, ain't like I'm making the 15 minute journey everyday so I'm not complaining. Here's something to note just in case you're unaware: The ferry docks in two different spots on the San Diego side. I did not know this. We've always boarded at gate 1 or 2 to the right of the Midway, sail over to Coronado Ferry landing and back. Well today, left the ferry landing and was dropped off behind the convention center beside Joe's Crab Shack. This is not that big of a deal, we were parked at Seaport Village so the distance from both docks were practically the same. Just keep this in mind if you're parked further west from the Midway. Not a bad way to get to and from San Diego to the island. The cost of the ride is really negligible because you would probably have to pay the same for parking if you drove to the other side. Anyhow, that's it, only complaint would be lower prices for locals but you can see I ain't putting much effort into that. read more

Coronado Ferry - Coronado Ferry Landing. - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

A nice way to end our day at coronado, perfect to catch near sunset! Will say the timing is confusing, they have the schedule at the landings but couldn't find the time online. Tickets were affordable, would take it again! read more

Not a bad little ride from downtown SD to Coronado and back. Pretty cheap. Arrives/departs on time and wasn't at all crowded. Sweeping views of the kinda weird SD skyline (all the building are the same height because of the airport or something). Honestly, it's nice to have a little excursion in SD and not be 100% reliant on a car. If you sit up top--and why wouldn't you--make sure you have a hat or some sunscreen on and some sunglasses because the sun shines bright in this part of the world! read more

Coronado Ferry - Ferries Near Me - San Diego, California

This is the Ferry to catch from 5th Avenue by the Convention Center over to Coronado Landing. The round trip fare is amazing value at $8.50 and you can purchase a ticket right at the pier automatic ticket machine. The ferry is an olde world boat full of character, as are the captain and crew. who entertain you and take photos of the passengers en route. Also the view across is spectacular. Enjoy your trip. I certainly did! read more

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I kind of remember coming from SD before there was a bridge but I was just an infant so maybe it was all the wonderful stories I heard. Great ferry location and super mellow. $5 each way. Just passengers and bicycles. read more

This is a great ferry that's only $5 each way and gets you to and from the island quickly and smoothly with a great view of the surrounding area. In Coronado, it docks really close to many shops and restaurants, as well as a short walk away from a bus stop that can take you straight to the beach. I also love all of the time options throughout the day, so I will definitely be using this service again! read more