What is the cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Solana Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave and arriving at Hwy 101 & Plaza St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlsbad and Solana Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlsbad Village Station station and arriving at Solana Beach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

The distance between Carlsbad and Solana Beach is 12 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

How do I travel from Carlsbad to Solana Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

The train from Carlsbad Village Station to Solana Beach Station takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Solana Beach bus from?

Carlsbad to Solana Beach bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave station.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Solana Beach train from?

Carlsbad to Solana Beach train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Carlsbad Village Station.

Train or bus from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach is to train which takes 18 min and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Carlsbad to Solana Beach bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Solana Beach bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Hwy 101 & Plaza St station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Solana Beach train arrive?

Carlsbad to Solana Beach train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Solana Beach Station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Solana Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Solana Beach is 14 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Carlsbad to Solana Beach.

Where can I stay near Solana Beach?

There are 513+ hotels available in Solana Beach.

Carlsbad to Solana Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to Solana Beach by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Carlsbad Village Station to Solana Beach Stationtrain Coaster
18 min
$2–7
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 101
50 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlsbad to Solana Beachtaxi 13.9 mi
17 min
$45–55
Drive 13.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Solana Beachcar 13.9 mi
17 min
$3–4

Carlsbad to Solana Beach by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Carlsbad, CA, USA and Solana Beach, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from Carlsbad Village Station to Solana Beach Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, North County Transit operates a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave to Hwy 101 & Plaza St hourly. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 50 min.

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