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

The cheapest way to get from Altadena to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altadena to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Altadena and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Altadena to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Altadena / Lake 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 35m.

Is there a direct train between Altadena and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Altadena station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Altadena to Carlsbad?

The distance between Altadena and Carlsbad is 99 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altadena to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Altadena to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Carlsbad bus from?

Altadena to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train or bus from Altadena to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Altadena to Carlsbad is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $40 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Altadena to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Altadena to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where does the Altadena to Carlsbad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Altadena to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Altadena to Carlsbad is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Altadena to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 883+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Altadena to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 37m
$31–64
Drive 94.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Altadena to Carlsbadcar 94.6 mi
1h 45m
$18–25
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
4h 35m
$22–36
Train via Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
4h 30m
$18–26

Altadena to Carlsbad by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Altadena, 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, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Center 6 times a week. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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