What is the cheapest way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Northridge and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Northridge to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Lindley / Parthenia and arriving at Oceanside via Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Northridge and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Northridge to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Northridge and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Northridge to Carlsbad?

The distance between Northridge and Carlsbad is 111 miles. The road distance is 110.6 miles.

How do I travel from Northridge to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad without a car is to train via Los Angeles which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Northridge to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Northridge to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northridge to Carlsbad bus from?

Northridge to Carlsbad bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, depart from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave station.

Where do I catch the Northridge to Carlsbad train from?

Northridge to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Northridge station.

Train or bus from Northridge to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Northridge to Carlsbad is to train via Los Angeles which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Northridge to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Northridge to Carlsbad bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, arrive at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal station.

Where does the Northridge to Carlsbad train arrive?

Northridge to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Northridge to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Northridge to Carlsbad is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Northridge to Carlsbad.

How do I get a train ticket from Northridge to Carlsbad?

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Northridge to Carlsbad - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 240 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Northridge to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the train from Northridge to L.A. Union Stationtrain VC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 42m
$35–70
Line 240 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reseda / Parthenia to Universal / Studio City Stationbus 240
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
6h 8m
$20–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus Van Nuys
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
4h 37m
Drive 110 mi
1. Drive from Northridge to Carlsbadcar 110 mi
2h 2m
$21–29
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Northridge to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 45m
$37–78

Northridge to Carlsbad by train and foot

44Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 110.6 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Northridge, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Northridge to Oceanside via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lindley / Parthenia to Oceanside via Woodley / Saticoy, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 4h 37m.

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