What is the cheapest way to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between San Ysidro and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from San Ysidro to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro Bl & I-805 and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via San Ysidro Bus Terminal and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between San Ysidro and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from San Ysidro station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Beyer Blvd Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station via San Diego - Old Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from San Ysidro to Carlsbad?

The distance between San Ysidro and Carlsbad is 53 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Ysidro to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Ysidro to Carlsbad bus from?

San Ysidro to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Ysidro Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the San Ysidro to Carlsbad train from?

San Ysidro to Carlsbad train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Beyer Blvd Station.

Where does the San Ysidro to Carlsbad bus arrive?

San Ysidro to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oceanside Transportation Center station.

Where does the San Ysidro to Carlsbad train arrive?

San Ysidro to Carlsbad train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from San Ysidro to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between San Ysidro to Carlsbad is 48 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from San Ysidro to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 777+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

San Ysidro to Carlsbad - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from San Ysidro to Carlsbad by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Beyer Blvd Station to Old Town Stationtram Blue
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain Coaster
2h 34m
Tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Beyer Blvd Station to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Carlsbad Bl & Oak Avbus 101
3h 20m
$4–20
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
3h
$12–26
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from San Ysidro to Carlsbadcar 48.1 mi
51 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Ysidro to Carlsbadtaxi 48.1 mi
51 min
$210–260

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between San Ysidro, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to Oceanside Transportation Center twice daily. Tickets cost $8–16 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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