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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 4 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Carlsbad, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m 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.
6:55 PM2h05Los Angeles, CA9:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$301One-way0 transfers
3:20 AM2h45Los Angeles, CA6:05 AMCarlsbad, CA$371One-way0 transfers
4:00 AM2h09Los Angeles, CA6:09 AMCarlsbad, CA$611One-way0 transfers- 3:00 AM2h09Los Angeles, CA5:09 AMCarlsbad, CA$611One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 PM2h05Los Angeles, CA9:00 PMCarlsbad, CA$301One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 AM2h09Los Angeles, CA6:09 AMCarlsbad, CA$611One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 AM2h09Los Angeles, CA5:09 AMCarlsbad, CA$611One-way0 transfers
- 3:20 AM2h45Los Angeles, CA6:05 AMCarlsbad, CA$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Carlsbad, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
You'll arrive about -1h -57m sooner (2h 31m by bus vs 1h 34m by car) and save roughly $-20.19 (€-16.52) compared to fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $18 (€14)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:09AM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:09AM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:24AM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:39AM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:39PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:09PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:09PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 0 | 5:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 7:24 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 11:39 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 3:39 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 4:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 6:09 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 6:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 8:09 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 10:09 PM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 3:00 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 5:09 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:20 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h45 | 6:05 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 6:09 AM Carlsbad, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to Carlsbad, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Carlsbad, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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