4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Fullerton, CA for Carlsbad, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 95 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:10 PM0h50Fullerton, CA8:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$181One-way0 transfers- 8:10 PM0h50Fullerton, CA9:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$271One-way0 transfers
5:05 AM1h00Fullerton, CA6:05 AMCarlsbad, CA$411One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 PM0h50Fullerton, CA9:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$271One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 PM0h50Fullerton, CA8:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$181One-way0 transfers
- 5:05 AM1h00Fullerton, CA6:05 AMCarlsbad, CA$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA:
A train is $0.63 (€0.52) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Carlsbad, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 10m by bus vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:05 AM Fullerton, CA | 1h00 | 6:05 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Fullerton, CA | 0h50 | 8:00 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 PM Fullerton, CA | 0h50 | 9:00 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA
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Buses from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CAYou can travel by bus between Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA with FlixBus for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fullerton, CA to Carlsbad, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlsbad, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
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- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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