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How to Travel from

Santa Maria to Carlsbad

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$459.25
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

Clean Air Express

Phone:
(805) 692-1902
Website:
cleanairexpress.com/
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$140.33

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 Isla Vista to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.76–$57.41
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

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$95.68–$121.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad is to drive which costs $45.65 - $70.65 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Carlsbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Transit Center and arriving at Oceanside via Santa Maria Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

The distance between Santa Maria and Carlsbad is 426 km. The road distance is 418.1 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria to Carlsbad without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria to Carlsbad bus from?

Santa Maria to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Train or bus from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Carlsbad is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $32.61 - $119.57 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Santa Maria to Carlsbad bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Carlsbad bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Carlsbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Carlsbad is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Santa Maria 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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