What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Oceanside via Chatsworth Station, Chandler / Lankershim, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Simi Valley and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Simi Valley to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Simi Valley Amtrak and arriving at Oceanside via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

The distance between Simi Valley and Carlsbad is 132 miles. The road distance is 128.5 miles.

How do I travel from Simi Valley to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Carlsbad bus from?

Simi Valley to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Simi Valley Transit, depart from First Street and Cochran Street station.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train or bus from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Carlsbad is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus and bus and line 237 bus, which costs and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Simi Valley to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Simi Valley to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Simi Valley Transit, arrive at Metrolink Chatsworth station.

Where does the Simi Valley to Carlsbad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Simi Valley to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to Carlsbad is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Simi Valley to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 882+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 8m
$35–82
Drive 127.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Simi Valley to Carlsbadcar 127.7 mi
2h 15m
$24–34
Line 10 bus, bus, line 237 bus
1. Take the bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Metrolink Chatsworthbus 10
2. Take the bus from Chatsworth Station to North Hollywood Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chandler / Lankershim to Woodley / Saticoybus 237
4. Take the bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
5. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus
7h 9m

Simi Valley to Carlsbad by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 131.5 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Oceanside via Metrolink Chatsworth, Chatsworth Station, North Hollywood Station, Chandler / Lankershim, Woodley / Saticoy, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 7h 9m.

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