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

The cheapest way to get from Solvang to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solvang to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Solvang and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Solvang to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Solvang Park and arriving at Oceanside via Buellton, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Solvang to Carlsbad?

The distance between Solvang and Carlsbad is 230 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solvang to Carlsbad without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 13m and costs $180 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Solvang to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solvang to Carlsbad bus from?

Solvang to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Buellton, CA station.

Where does the Solvang to Carlsbad bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solvang to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Solvang to Carlsbad is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Solvang to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 882+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Solvang to Carlsbad - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Solvang to Carlsbad by taxi, train, bus, car, or plane

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Solvang to Goleta Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Goleta Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 13m
$181–273
Drive 214.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solvang to Carlsbadcar 214.1 mi
3h 52m
$40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buellton, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
7h 20m
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Buellton, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
5h 58m
$216–292
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 35m
$76–153

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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Distance: 228.9 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Solvang Park to Oceanside via McMurray Rd., Buellton, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 7h 20m.

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