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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Carlsbad is to bus and train which costs $75 - $150 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Carlsbad is to fly and train which takes 5h 9m and costs $440 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Downtown and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Tucson station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Tucson Amtrak Station and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 12m.

How far is it from Tucson to Carlsbad?

The distance between Tucson and Carlsbad is 394 miles. The road distance is 436 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Carlsbad without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 9m and costs $75 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Tucson to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Carlsbad bus from?

Tucson to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Carlsbad train from?

Tucson to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tucson Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Tucson to Carlsbad is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $60 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $390 and takes 13h 12m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $170 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Tucson to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Tucson to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Tucson to Carlsbad train arrive?

Tucson to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Carlsbad is 436 miles. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Tucson to Carlsbad.

How do I get a train ticket from Tucson to Carlsbad?

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 879+ hotels available in Carlsbad.

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There are 9 ways to get from Tucson to Carlsbad by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly Tucson to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
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1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane TUS - CLD
5h 43m
$62–385
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
13h 9m
$75–147
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
13h 12m
$187–388
Drive 433.5 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Carlsbadcar 433.5 mi
6h 56m
$80–115
Fly Tucson to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane TUS - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
5h 9m
$442–807
Bus to Phoenix, fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
5h 11m
$102–381
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane TUS - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus
6h 4m
Bus to Phoenix, fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
3. Take the train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad Village Stationtrain
6h 25m
$157–423
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
13h 10m
$96–161

Tucson to Carlsbad by bus, tram, and train

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Oceanside via Los Angeles in around 13h 12m.

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