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How to get fromNewport Coast to Carlsbadby taxi, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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There are 4 ways to get from Newport Coast to Carlsbad by taxi, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Newport Coast to Irvinetaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    1h 9m
    $44–55

  2. Drive 48.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newport Coast to Carlsbadcar car 48.2 mi
    51 min
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Newport Coast to Carlsbadtaxi taxi 48.2 mi
    51 min
    $150–180

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Irvine to Oceansidetrain train Pacific Surfliner
    1h 46m
    $46–60

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  • Distance: 52.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Newport Coast, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Irvine to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $12–27 and the journey takes 55 min. Metrolink Trains also services this route 4 times a day.

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