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

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Gardena is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Gardena is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Gardena?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Gardena. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at El Segundo Bl & Vermont Ave via LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level and LAX Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Carlsbad and Gardena?

No, there is no direct train from Carlsbad to Gardena station. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Gardena?

The distance between Carlsbad and Gardena is 101 miles. The road distance is 83.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Gardena without a car is to bus and line 5 bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Carlsbad to Gardena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Gardena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Gardena train from?

Carlsbad to Gardena train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Carlsbad to Gardena?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Gardena is to bus and line 5 bus which takes 2h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Carlsbad to Gardena bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Gardena bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stop station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Gardena train arrive?

Carlsbad to Gardena train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Gardena?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Gardena is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Carlsbad to Gardena.

Where can I stay near Gardena?

There are 2539+ hotels available in Gardena.

Carlsbad to Gardena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 5 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stopbus reLAXsan
2. Take the bus from LAX Transit Center to El Segundo Bl & Vermont Avebus 5
2h 40m
Drive 83 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Gardenacar 83 mi
1h 27m
$16–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 41m
$30–60
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Long Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
4h 29m
$20–30

Carlsbad to Gardena by train, subway, and bus (Amtrak)

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Gardena, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Oceanside to El Segundo Bl & Vermont Ave via LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, and LAX Transit Center in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Oceanside to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 2h.

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