What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad is to train which costs $2 - $7 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

The distance between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad is 39 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

The train from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad Village Station takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad bus from?

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad train from?

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot station.

Train or bus from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad is to train which takes 1h and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $24 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Where does the Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad train arrive?

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Carlsbad Village Station.

Can I drive from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad is 35 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 877+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromSanta Fe Depot to Carlsbad

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by train, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, tram, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain Coaster
1h
$2–7
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Oceansidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1h 35m
$15–24
Drive 34.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbadcar 34.8 mi
39 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbadtaxi 34.8 mi
39 min
$150–190
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Carlsbad Bl & Oak Avbus 101
2h 36m
$4–20

Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by foot and train

97Weekly Services

1hAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad.

Launch map view

Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Santa Fe Depot, San Diego County, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

North County Transit operates a train from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad Village Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Diego to Oceanside once daily. Tickets cost $13–19 and the journey takes 1h.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.