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Chicago to Carlsbad

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.87–$356.68

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$420.37

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
6h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$394.90
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.94–$535.02

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$433.11

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.87–$267.51
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.54–$445.85

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$509.54
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$547.76
Plane from Midway International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$484.07
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$242.03
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$267.51–$267.70
Plane from Midway International Airport to Long
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$233.27
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
42h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$76.43
Bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$15.29
Train from Tustin station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

North County Transit

Phone:
+1 760-966-6500
Website:
gonctd.com
Train from San Diego - Old Town to Carlsbad
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.68–$11.46

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$82.80

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$49.68
Bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.55–$47.13

Greyhound Mexico

Phone:
+01-800-890-6821
Website:
greyhound.com.mx
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$44.59

reLAXsan

Phone:
(858) 430-8440
Website:
gorelaxsan.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Carlsbad is to fly and train which costs $59.78 - $336.96 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Carlsbad is to fly and train which takes 8h 4m and costs $59.78 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 55m.

How far is it from Chicago to Carlsbad?

The distance between Chicago and Carlsbad is 2863 km. The road distance is 3304 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 44h 55m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Chicago to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carlsbad bus from?

Chicago to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carlsbad train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Chicago to Carlsbad is to train which takes 44h 55m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $978.26 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Chicago to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Chicago to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Carlsbad?

Carlsbad is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 03:24 in Chicago and 01:24 in Carlsbad.

Where does the Chicago to Carlsbad train arrive?

Chicago to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Carlsbad is 3304 km. It takes approximately 32h 2m to drive from Chicago to Carlsbad.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 900+ hotels available in Carlsbad. Prices start at $49.51 per night.
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