What is the cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley is to train which costs $2 - $7 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Mission Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Mission Valley. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlsbad and Mission Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Carlsbad station to Mission Valley station. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad Village Station and arriving at Hazard Center Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

The distance between Carlsbad and Mission Valley is 36 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carlsbad to Mission Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley without a car is to bus which takes 57 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Mission Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Mission Valley train from?

Carlsbad to Mission Valley train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Carlsbad Village Station.

Train or bus from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley is to bus which takes 57 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2 - $7 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Carlsbad to Mission Valley bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Mission Valley bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Mission Valley train arrive?

Carlsbad to Mission Valley train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at San Diego - Old Town station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Mission Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Mission Valley is 31 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Carlsbad to Mission Valley.

Where can I stay near Mission Valley?

There are 1922+ hotels available in Mission Valley.

Carlsbad to Mission Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to Mission Valley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to San Diegobus reLAXsan
57 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain Coaster
1h 5m
$2–7
Drive 31 mi
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Mission Valleycar 31 mi
34 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Mission Valleytaxi 31 mi
34 min
$140–170

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Mission Valley, CA, USA?

reLAXsan operates a bus from Oceanside to San Diego 5 times a day, and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, North County Transit operates a train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Old Town hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 48 min.

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