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How to Travel from

San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$586.82

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.19–$765.41

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
7h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.82–$153.08

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:
$2.81–$12.12

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.38–$89.30

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.41–$82.92
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$51.03

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:
$16.58–$45.92

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 San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad is to bus which costs $26.09 - $152.17 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad is to fly and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $195.65 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum 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 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and Carlsbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Oceanside. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Carlsbad is 495 km. The road distance is 466.9 km.

How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $34.78 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

The train from San Luis Obispo to Oceanside takes 7h 53m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad bus from?

San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad train from?

San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $34.78 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $152.17 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad train arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad is 467 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad.

How do I get a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Carlsbad?

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Where can I stay near Carlsbad?

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