What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad is to train which costs $2 - $7 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Mission Valley and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Mission Valley to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda and arriving at Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av via UTC Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Mission Valley and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Valley station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Hazard Center Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

The distance between Mission Valley and Carlsbad is 38 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

How do I travel from Mission Valley to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mission Valley to Carlsbad bus from?

Mission Valley to Carlsbad bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda station.

Where do I catch the Mission Valley to Carlsbad train from?

Mission Valley to Carlsbad train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from San Diego - Old Town station.

Train or bus from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Mission Valley to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Mission Valley to Carlsbad bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct station.

Where does the Mission Valley to Carlsbad train arrive?

Mission Valley to Carlsbad train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Carlsbad Village Station.

Can I drive from Mission Valley to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Valley to Carlsbad is 31 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Mission Valley to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 777+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Mission Valley to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, and bus

How to get fromMission Valley to Carlsbad

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain Coaster
1h 49m
$2–7
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda to Genesee Av & Esplanade Ctbus 41
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Carlsbad Bl & Oak Avbus 101
2h 33m
$4–10
Drive 31.1 mi
1. Drive from Mission Valley to Carlsbadcar 31.1 mi
34 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mission Valley to Carlsbadtaxi 31.1 mi
34 min
$140–170

Mission Valley to Carlsbad by tram and train

97Weekly Services

1h 49mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mission Valley to Carlsbad.

Launch map view

Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Mission Valley, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Friars Rd & Via De La Moda to Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av via Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct and UTC Transit Center in around 2h 33m.

Train operators