What is the cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Alhambra to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Main / Garfield and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Alhambra and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Alhambra to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

The distance between Alhambra and Carlsbad is 98 miles. The road distance is 86.8 miles.

How do I travel from Alhambra to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $28 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to Carlsbad bus from?

Alhambra to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Main / Garfield station.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to Carlsbad train from?

Alhambra to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $28 - $65. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Alhambra to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Alhambra to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the Alhambra to Carlsbad train arrive?

Alhambra to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Alhambra to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Alhambra to Carlsbad is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Alhambra to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 786+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Alhambra to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alhambra to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 22m
$29–62
Drive 86.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alhambra to Carlsbadcar 86.3 mi
1h 37m
$16–23
Line 78 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
4h 16m
$19–33
Line 78 bus, bus via Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceansidebus Los Angeles
4h 23m
$22–34

Alhambra to Carlsbad by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Alhambra, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main / Garfield to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 4h 16m.

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