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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Carlsbad is to bus which costs $90 - $180 and takes 16h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Carlsbad is to train and fly which takes 7h 54m and costs $120 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Sacramento Bus Station and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 51m.

How far is it from Chico to Carlsbad?

The distance between Chico and Carlsbad is 622 miles. The road distance is 558.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 16h 45m and costs $90 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Chico to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Carlsbad bus from?

Chico to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chico to Carlsbad train from?

Chico to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Chico to Carlsbad is to bus which takes 16h 45m and costs $90 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $230 - $480 and takes 19h 51m.

Where does the Chico to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Chico to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to Carlsbad train arrive?

Chico to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Chico to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Carlsbad is 558 miles. It takes approximately 9h 22m to drive from Chico to Carlsbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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Chico to Carlsbad - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chico to Carlsbad by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, fly to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
7h 54m
$121–337
Train, fly to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane SMF - LGB
3. Take the train from Santa Ana to Oceansidetrain
10h 27m
$73–271
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
16h 45m
$90–179
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
19h 51m
$231–478
Drive 555.2 mi
1. Drive from Chico to Carlsbadcar 555.2 mi
9h 22m
$102–147
Train, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SMF - SNA
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain
10h 27m
$273–878
Train, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SMF - BUR
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain
9h 58m
$232–780

Chico to Carlsbad by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 617.9 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Sacramento Bus Station, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 16h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Oceanside via Los Angeles in around 19h 51m.

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