What is the cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at University Av & Park Bl via Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Carlsbad and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct train from Carlsbad station to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad Village Station and arriving at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

The distance between Carlsbad and Balboa Park is 41 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

How do I travel from Carlsbad to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $4 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Balboa Park bus from?

Carlsbad to Balboa Park bus services, operated by reLAXsan, depart from Oceanside station.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Balboa Park train from?

Carlsbad to Balboa Park train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Carlsbad Village Station.

Train or bus from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $4 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Carlsbad to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Balboa Park bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Balboa Park train arrive?

Carlsbad to Balboa Park train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Balboa Park is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Carlsbad to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 1886+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Carlsbad to Balboa Park - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlsbad to Balboa Park by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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1. Take the train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain Coaster
1h 22m
$4–12
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to San Diegobus reLAXsan
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to University Av & Park Blbus 10
1h 38m
Drive 33.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Balboa Parkcar 33.8 mi
39 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Balboa Parktaxi 33.8 mi
39 min
$150–190
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
2. Take the tram from UTC Station to City College Stationtram Blue
2h 46m
$6–25

Carlsbad to Balboa Park by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 41 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oceanside to Balboa Park via San Diego, Old Town Transit Center, and University Av & Park Bl in around 1h 38m.

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