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How to get fromLaguna Beach to Carlsbadby taxi, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Laguna Beach to Carlsbad by taxi, train, or car

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Laguna Beach to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    1h
    $42–52

  2. Drive 38.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Laguna Beach to Carlsbadcar car 38.9 mi
    47 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Laguna Beach to Carlsbadtaxi taxi 38.9 mi
    47 min
    $120–150

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  • Distance: 39.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Laguna Beach, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Laguna Beach to Carlsbad. However, you can take the taxi to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station then take the train to Oceanside. Alternatively, you can drive from Laguna Beach to Carlsbad in around 47 min.

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