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How to get fromBalboa Island to Carlsbadby taxi, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balboa Island to Carlsbad by taxi, train, or car

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Balboa Island to Irvinetaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    1h 11m
    $48–59

  2. Drive 47.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Balboa Island to Carlsbadcar car 47.3 mi
    1h
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Balboa Island to Carlsbadtaxi taxi 47.3 mi
    1h
    $140–180

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  • Distance: 53.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Balboa Island, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Balboa Island to Carlsbad. However, you can take the taxi to Irvine then take the train to Oceanside. Alternatively, you can drive from Balboa Island to Carlsbad in around 1h.

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