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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield Train Station and arriving at Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave via Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Carlsbad?

The distance between Bakersfield and Carlsbad is 199 miles. The road distance is 198.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Carlsbad without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Bakersfield to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Carlsbad bus from?

Bakersfield to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Bakersfield Train Station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Carlsbad is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Bakersfield to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 777+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Carlsbad by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 22m
$64–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
6h 30m
$34–104
Drive 197.1 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Carlsbadcar 197.1 mi
3h 29m
$36–52
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus
4h 7m
Bus via Los Angeles (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
6h 7m
$35–60

Bakersfield to Carlsbad by bus and train (Amtrak)

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.2 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave via Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 6h 7m.

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