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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Carlsbad is to bus and train which costs $16 - $30 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Santa Ana Bus Stop and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Barstow to Carlsbad?

The distance between Barstow and Carlsbad is 177 miles. The road distance is 150.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Barstow to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Carlsbad bus from?

Barstow to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Barstow Station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Carlsbad train from?

Barstow to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Train or bus from Barstow to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Barstow to Carlsbad is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Barstow to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Barstow to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Santa Ana Bus Stop station.

Where does the Barstow to Carlsbad train arrive?

Barstow to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Carlsbad is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Barstow to Carlsbad.

How do I get a train ticket from Barstow to Carlsbad?

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Barstow Station to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0900
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
5h 3m
$40–67
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
6h 40m
$16–30
Train
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 36m
$50–97
Drive 149.8 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Carlsbadcar 149.8 mi
2h 35m
$28–40

Barstow to Carlsbad by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Barstow to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Barstow Station, Santa Ana Bus Stop, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow Station to Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 5h 36m.

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