What is the cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles is to bus which costs $140 - $210 and takes 17h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $85 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad and arriving at 612 Wall St - Los Angeles via El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

The distance between Carlsbad and Los Angeles is 852 miles. The road distance is 940.1 miles.

How do I travel from Carlsbad to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles without a car is to bus which takes 17h 40m and costs $140 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Los Angeles bus from?

Carlsbad to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Carlsbad station.

Bus or fly from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $85 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $210 and takes 17h 40m.

Where does the Carlsbad to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Paso Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Carlsbad and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 1h behind Carlsbad. It is currently 9:18 AM in Carlsbad and 8:18 AM in Los Angeles.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Los Angeles is 940 miles. It takes approximately 15h 41m to drive from Carlsbad to Los Angeles.

How do I get a bus ticket from Carlsbad to Los Angeles?

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Fly Carlsbad to Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Carlsbad (CNM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane CNM - LAX
5h 41m
$88–362
Fly Carlsbad to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Carlsbad (CNM) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane CNM - LGB
7h 43m
$77–325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad to El Paso Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1192s
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus El Paso
17h 40m
$145–207
Drive 934.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Los Angelescar 934.6 mi
15h 41m
$171–247
Bus to El Paso International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad to El Paso Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ELP - LAX
9h 28m
$238–1,002
Fly Carlsbad to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Carlsbad (CNM) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane CNM - BUR
5h 51m
$122–529
Fly Carlsbad to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Carlsbad (CNM) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane CNM - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
9h 10m
$111–453
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad to El Paso Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1192s
2. Take the bus from El Paso to Los Angelesbus El Paso
18h 59m
$120–207
Bus via Los Angeles Union Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Carlsbad to El Paso Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1192s
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
20h 40m
$145–277

Carlsbad to Los Angeles by bus

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Distance: 846.8 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Carlsbad, NM, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Corporate Flight Management Inc, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Carlsbad (CNM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlsbad to 612 Wall St - Los Angeles via El Paso Bus Station and El Paso in around 17h 40m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Carlsbad to Los Angeles International Airport via Albuquerque

Ave. Duration: 4h 40m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $65–330

Flights from Carlsbad to Los Angeles International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 25m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $85–400

Flights from Carlsbad to Los Angeles International Airport via Albuquerque, Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 30m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $65–330

Flights from El Paso International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 5m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $70–380

Flights from El Paso International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 3h 53m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $70–380

Flights from El Paso International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 3h 57m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $75–410

Flights from Carlsbad to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Albuquerque

Ave. Duration: 4h 5m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $100–500

Flights from Carlsbad to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 6h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Carlsbad to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Albuquerque, Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 30m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $100–550

Flights from Carlsbad to Long Beach Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $80–360

Flights from Carlsbad to Long Beach Airport via Albuquerque, Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 35m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $60–300

Flights from Carlsbad to Long Beach Airport via Albuquerque, Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 9h 35m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $55–300

Flights from Carlsbad to Ontario International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 6h 10m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Carlsbad to Ontario International Airport via Albuquerque, Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 35m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $85–420

Flights from Carlsbad to Ontario International Airport via Albuquerque, Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 7h 45m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $85–430

Flights from Carlsbad to Ontario International Airport via Denver, Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 8h 35m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–550

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