What is the cheapest way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Playa del Rey and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Playa del Rey and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

The distance between Playa del Rey and Carlsbad is 95 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

How do I travel from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Playa del Rey to Carlsbad bus from?

Playa del Rey to Carlsbad bus services, operated by reLAXsan, depart from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop station.

Where do I catch the Playa del Rey to Carlsbad train from?

Playa del Rey to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Playa del Rey to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Playa del Rey to Carlsbad bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at Oceanside station.

Where does the Playa del Rey to Carlsbad train arrive?

Playa del Rey to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa del Rey to Carlsbad is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Playa del Rey to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 849+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
2h 5m
Drive 92.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Playa del Rey to Carlsbadcar 92.2 mi
1h 47m
$17–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 24m
$86–128

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Distance: 94.6 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Playa del Rey, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

reLAXsan operates a bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceanside 5 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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