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How to get fromCarlsbad to Dana Pointby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlsbad to Dana Point by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2. Take the bus from Camino Capistrano-Old Mission to Del Obispo-Stonehillbus bus 91
    1h 10m
    $10–13

  2. Drive 31.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlsbad to Dana Pointcar car 31.5 mi
    35 min
    $6–9

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Dana Pointtaxi taxi 31.5 mi
    35 min
    $100–120

Carlsbad to Dana Point by train and bus

Calendar118Weekly Services
Duration1h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket$10Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 32.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carlsbad to Dana Point. However, you can take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, walk to Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, then take the bus to Del Obispo-Stonehill. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlsbad to Dana Point in around 35 min.

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