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How to get fromCarson to Palmdaleby bus, train, car, or tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Carson to Palmdale by bus, train, car, or tram

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Olive / 5thbus bus Metro J Line
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    3h 53m
    $14–19

  2. Bus, train #2

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Alameda St at Los Angeles Stbus bus 4X
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    3h 58m
    $11–17

  3. Bus, train via San Fernando

    1. Take the bus from Main / 11th to Sylmar Stationbus bus 92
    2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    5h 40m
    $12–17

  4. Drive 68.3 mi

    1. Drive from Carson to Palmdalecar car 68.3 mi
    1h 31m
    $13–18

  5. Tram, train

    1. Take the tram from Del Amo Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    4h 13m
    $13–18

Carson to Palmdale by bus, subway, and train

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration3h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Carson to Palmdale. However, you can take the bus to Olive / 5th, walk to Pershing Square Station, take the subway to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to L.A. Union Station, then take the train to Palmdale Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Palmdale Station via Figueroa / Pico, Main / 11th, Sylmar Station, and Sylmar / San Fernando in around 5h 40m.

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