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How to get fromCarlsbad to National Cityby train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to National City 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 8th Street Stationtram tram Blue
    1h 21m

  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 8th Street Stationtram tram Blue
    2h 47m
    $4–17

  3. Drive 38.1 mi

    1. Drive from Carlsbad to National Citycar car 38.1 mi
    42 min
    $7–10

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to National Citytaxi taxi 38.1 mi
    42 min
    $170–210

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 43.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and National City, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carlsbad to National City. However, you can take the train to San Diego - Santa Fe Depot, walk to America Plaza Station, then take the vehicle to 8th Street Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to 8th Street Station via UTC Transit Center and UTC Station in around 2h 47m.

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