What is the cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad is to bus and train which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Long Beach and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Beach station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Long Beach Bus Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Long Beach and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Long Beach station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Downtown Long Beach Station and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Long Beach to Carlsbad?

The distance between Long Beach and Carlsbad is 73 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

How do I travel from Long Beach to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 33m and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Beach to Carlsbad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Long Beach to Carlsbad train from?

Long Beach to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Long Beach Station.

Where does the Long Beach to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Long Beach to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where does the Long Beach to Carlsbad train arrive?

Long Beach to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from Long Beach to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Beach to Carlsbad is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Long Beach to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 786+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Long Beach to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Long Beach to Carlsbad by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or tram

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2006
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 33m
$12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
2h 40m
$19–29
Drive 71.5 mi
1. Drive from Long Beach to Carlsbadcar 71.5 mi
1h 22m
$14–19
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 58m
$29–62

Long Beach to Carlsbad by bus and train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.5 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Center 4 times a day. Tickets cost $11–22 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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