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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Oceanside via LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Carlsbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Oceanside. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Ventura to Carlsbad?

The distance between Ventura and Carlsbad is 163 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $45 - $110.

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

The train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceanside takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Carlsbad bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Ventura to Carlsbad is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Ventura to Carlsbad bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ventura to Carlsbad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Carlsbad is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Ventura to Carlsbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 25m
$45–110
Drive 153.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Carlsbadcar 153.8 mi
2h 43m
$29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceansidebus reLAXsan
4h 55m
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to SB Airport NBbus
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 1m
$79–231

Ventura to Carlsbad by train (Amtrak)

42Weekly Trains

4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.2 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and Carlsbad, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to Oceanside every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Oceanside via Los Angeles Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop in around 4h 55m.

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