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

The cheapest way to get from Burbank to Carlsbad is to train via Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave which costs $14 - $23 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burbank to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Burbank and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Burbank to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Olive / San Fernando and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Hill / 3rd, Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Burbank and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Burbank to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Burbank - Downtown and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Burbank to Carlsbad?

The distance between Burbank and Carlsbad is 97 miles. The road distance is 97.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burbank to Carlsbad without a car is to train via L.A. Union Station which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Burbank to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burbank to Carlsbad bus from?

Burbank to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Olive / San Fernando station.

Where do I catch the Burbank to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train or bus from Burbank to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Burbank to Carlsbad is to train via L.A. Union Station which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 94 bus and bus, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Burbank to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Burbank to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Hill / 3rd station.

Where does the Burbank to Carlsbad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burbank to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Burbank to Carlsbad is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Burbank to Carlsbad.

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

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

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Train via L.A. Union Station (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 16m
$34–69
Train via Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
3h 55m
$15–23
Line 94 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Olive / San Fernando to Hill / 3rdbus 94
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
4h 59m
$20–34
Drive 96.8 mi
1. Drive from Burbank to Carlsbadcar 96.8 mi
1h 42m
$18–26
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Burbank to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 22m
$33–68

Burbank to Carlsbad by train and foot (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Burbank, Los Angeles County, 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 Olive / San Fernando to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Hill / 3rd, Vignes / Cesar E Chavez, Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 4h 59m.

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