What is the cheapest way to get from Temple City to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Temple City to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Temple City to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Temple City to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Temple City and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Temple City to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Las Tunas / Golden West and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Temple City to Carlsbad?

The distance between Temple City and Carlsbad is 106 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

How do I travel from Temple City to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Temple City to Carlsbad without a car is to line 78 bus and train which takes 3h 54m and costs $28 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Temple City to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Temple City to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Temple City to Carlsbad bus from?

Temple City to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Las Tunas / Golden West station.

Where does the Temple City to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Temple City to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Can I drive from Temple City to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Temple City to Carlsbad is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Temple City to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 837+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

Temple City to Carlsbad - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Temple City to Carlsbad by bus, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 78 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Las Tunas / Golden West to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 78
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 54m
$29–62
Drive 87.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Temple City to Carlsbadcar 87.8 mi
1h 36m
$16–24
Line 78 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Las Tunas / Golden West to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
4h 35m
$19–32
Line 78 bus, bus via Carlsbad Bl & Pine Ave
1. Take the bus from Las Tunas / Golden West to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceansidebus Los Angeles
4h 42m
$22–34

Temple City to Carlsbad by bus, foot, and train

91Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.2 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Temple City, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Las Tunas / Golden West to Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown, Oceanside Transportation Center, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 in around 4h 35m.

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