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Indio, United States of America → Carlsbad, United States of America

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Five ways to Travel from Indio to Carlsbad

Composite routes from Indio to Carlsbad

Cheapest
2 h 9 min
Car
189 km.
from $10
Other
5 h 22 min
Bus, Train
121 km.
from $51.38
5 h 31 min
Bus, Train
121 km.
from $55.33
6 h 15 min
122 km.
from $86.98
6 h 42 min
Bus, Train
121 km.
from $60.18

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17
Train from Santa Ana to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$76.43

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from San Bernardino - Downtown station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.83–$22.93
Train from Santa Ana to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.46–$14.01

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$89.17

EPLA Limo Express

Phone:
+1 866 691 9732
Email:
Website:
eplalimo.com/
Bus from Indio, CA to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$43.31

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$61.15
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$50.95

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Indio, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$54.78

Greyhound Mexico

Phone:
+01-800-890-6821
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com.mx
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$45.86

Sunline Transit

Phone:
+1 760-343-3451
Website:
sunline.org/
Bus from Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.59–$1.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Indio to Carlsbad is to bus and night train which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indio to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Indio and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Indio station to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from Indio Bus Station and arriving at Carlsbad Village Station Stall 5 via Los Angeles Union Station and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Indio to Carlsbad?

The distance between Indio and Carlsbad is 280 km. The road distance is 193.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Indio to Carlsbad without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $43.48 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Indio to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indio to Carlsbad bus from?

Indio to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Indio to Carlsbad bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indio to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Indio to Carlsbad is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Indio to Carlsbad.

Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

There are 854+ hotels available in Carlsbad. Prices start at $51.09 per night.
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