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

The cheapest way to get from Oxnard to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxnard to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Oxnard and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxnard to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Oceanside via LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Oxnard and Carlsbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oxnard and arriving at Oceanside. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Oxnard to Carlsbad?

The distance between Oxnard and Carlsbad is 153 miles. The road distance is 146.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxnard to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $45 - $100.

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

The train from Oxnard to Oceanside takes 4h 6m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to Carlsbad bus from?

Oxnard to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to Carlsbad train from?

Oxnard to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oxnard station.

Train or bus from Oxnard to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Oxnard to Carlsbad is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Oxnard to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Oxnard to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Oxnard to Carlsbad train arrive?

Oxnard to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Oxnard to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxnard to Carlsbad is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Oxnard to Carlsbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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There are 3 ways to get from Oxnard to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 6m
$45–100
Drive 146.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxnard to Carlsbadcar 146.1 mi
2h 38m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
5h 5m

Oxnard to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oxnard to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Oxnard to Oceanside via Ventura, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 5h 5m.

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