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

The cheapest way to get from Cerritos to Carlsbad is to line 38 bus and train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cerritos to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Cerritos and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Cerritos station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cerritos to Carlsbad?

The distance between Cerritos and Carlsbad is 71 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cerritos to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $45 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Cerritos to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cerritos to Carlsbad train from?

Cerritos to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Cerritos to Carlsbad train arrive?

Cerritos to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Cerritos to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Cerritos to Carlsbad is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Cerritos to Carlsbad.

How do I get a train ticket from Cerritos to Carlsbad?

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Cerritos to Carlsbad - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 38 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cerritos to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 37m
$48–59
Line 38 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Del Amo-Bloomfield to La Palma-Linkbus 38
2. Take the train from Anaheim Canyon to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
3h 22m
$12–16
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Cerritos to Carlsbadcar 69.9 mi
1h 14m
$13–19

Cerritos to Carlsbad by bus and train

4Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $19–45 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Metrolink Trains also services this route 3 times a day.

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