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

The cheapest way to get from Flagstaff to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flagstaff to Carlsbad is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $70 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Flagstaff and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Flagstaff station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Flagstaff Bus Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Flagstaff and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Flagstaff to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Flagstaff and arriving at Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Flagstaff to Carlsbad?

The distance between Flagstaff and Carlsbad is 363 miles. The road distance is 453.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Flagstaff to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $170 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Flagstaff to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flagstaff to Carlsbad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Flagstaff to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Flagstaff to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Flagstaff to Carlsbad is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $70 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $360 and takes 13h 4m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 15h 55m.

Where does the Flagstaff to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Flagstaff to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Flagstaff to Carlsbad train arrive?

Flagstaff to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Flagstaff to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Flagstaff to Carlsbad is 454 miles. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Flagstaff to Carlsbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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Fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
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1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane FLG - CLD
5h 8m
$71–352
Train
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
13h 4m
$175–358
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
15h 55m
$96–180
Drive 451 mi
1. Drive from Flagstaff to Carlsbadcar 451 mi
8h 33m
$83–119
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane FLG - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
5h 31m
$76–374

Flagstaff to Carlsbad by train

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Distance: 360.8 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Flagstaff, AZ, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Flagstaff (FLG) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Flagstaff to Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 13h 4m.

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