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How to get fromCarlsbad to Chula Vistaby train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to Chula Vista by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain train Coaster
    2. Take the tram from America Plaza Station to E Street Stationtram tram Blue
    1h 27m

  2. Line 101 bus, tram

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to UTC Transit Centerbus bus 101
    2. Take the tram from UTC Station to E Street Stationtram tram Blue
    2h 53m
    $4–19

  3. Drive 41 mi

    1. Drive from Carlsbad to Chula Vistacar car 41 mi
    46 min
    $8–11

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Chula Vistataxi taxi 41 mi
    46 min
    $180–220

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 45.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carlsbad to Chula Vista. However, you can take the train to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot, walk to America Plaza Station, then take the vehicle to E Street Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to E Street Station via UTC Transit Center and UTC Station in around 2h 53m.

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