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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Carlsbad is to bus and fly and train which costs $220 - $800 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Carlsbad is to fly which takes 9h 45m and costs $230 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Dayton to Carlsbad?

The distance between Dayton and Carlsbad is 1919 miles. The road distance is 2162.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 5h and costs $350 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Dayton to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Carlsbad bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Dayton to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Dayton to Carlsbad is to fly which takes 9h 45m and costs $230 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $700 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Dayton to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Dayton to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Dayton and Carlsbad?

Carlsbad is 3h behind Dayton. It is currently 10:22 AM in Dayton and 7:22 AM in Carlsbad.

Can I drive from Dayton to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Carlsbad is 2163 miles. It takes approximately 35h 21m to drive from Dayton to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 777+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Dayton to Carlsbad - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dayton to Carlsbad by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Fly Dayton to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
best
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane DAY - CLD
9h 45m
$234–957
Bus to Covington, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Cincinnatibus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane CVG - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
11h 53m
$224–779
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus
2d 5h
$350–683
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Riversidetrain
3. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain
2d 6h
$694–1,594
Drive 2,150 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Carlsbadcar 2,150 mi
35h 21m
$393–567
Fly Dayton to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DAY - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
10h 42m
$244–1,009

Dayton to Carlsbad by bus and foot

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2d 5hAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,907.7 mi
Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 2d 5h.

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