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

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Carson is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Carson is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Carson. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Oceanside and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Carson?

The distance between Carlsbad and Carson is 105 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Carson without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $32 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Carlsbad to Carson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlsbad to Carson bus from?

Carlsbad to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Carlsbad to Carson?

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Carson is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $19 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $27 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Carlsbad to Carson bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Carson is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Carlsbad to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1695+ hotels available in Carson.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
3h 1m
$33–34
Drive 79 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Carson79 mi
1h 23m
$15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
4h 23m
$20–52
Train
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
4h 19m
$18–27

Carlsbad to Carson by train, subway, and bus

77Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlsbad to Carson.

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av to Harbor Fwy / Carson via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, Los Angeles Union Station, and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, Metrolink Trains operates a train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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