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

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Sylmar Station and arriving at Oceanside via Van Nuys / Keswick, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Sylmar and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Sylmar to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Sylmar to Carlsbad?

The distance between Sylmar and Carlsbad is 109 miles. The road distance is 109.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Carlsbad bus from?

Sylmar to Carlsbad bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, depart from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave station.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Carlsbad train from?

Sylmar to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Train or bus from Sylmar to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Sylmar to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Sylmar to Carlsbad bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, arrive at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal station.

Where does the Sylmar to Carlsbad train arrive?

Sylmar to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to Carlsbad is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Sylmar to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 883+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Sylmar to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sylmar to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 33m
$34–70
Drive 108.5 mi
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1. Drive from Sylmar to Carlsbadcar 108.5 mi
1h 59m
$20–29
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus Van Nuys
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
5h 24m
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus Greyhound US0831
5h 55m
$20–38

Sylmar to Carlsbad by train and foot

84Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Oceanside via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sylmar Station to Oceanside via Van Nuys / Keswick, Woodley / Saticoy, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 5h 24m.

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