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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan Beach and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Sepulveda / Manhattan Beach and arriving at Oceanside via Metro Transit Center Bay 2 and LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad?

The distance between Manhattan Beach and Carlsbad is 99 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad, including transfers.

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

Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad bus services, operated by reLAXsan, depart from LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop station.

Where does the Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 777+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 438 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
3h 30m
Drive 87.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan Beach to Carlsbadcar 87.8 mi
1h 33m
$16–24
Line 438 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Highland Ave & 14th St to Figueroa St & 12th Stbus 438
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 48m
$31–66
Line 232 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sepulveda / 8th to Long Beach / Anaheimbus 232
2. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
5h 8m
$20–31
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crenshaw / Slauson to Alameda / Los Angelesbus 40
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 43m
$33–70

Manhattan Beach to Carlsbad by bus, tram, and train

30Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.1 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

reLAXsan operates a bus from LAX Terminal 1 Shared Rides Stop to Oceanside 5 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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