The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train for Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €292 Average price | €32 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:28 PM Santa Clarita, CA | 3h10 | 6:38 PM Carlsbad, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
![]() | 7:28 AM Santa Clarita, CA | 3h10 | 10:38 AM Carlsbad, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Santa Clarita, CA | 3h39 | 12:07 PM Carlsbad, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Santa Clarita, CA | 3h36 | 2:04 PM Carlsbad, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:28 PM Santa Clarita, CA | 2h54 | 3:22 PM Carlsbad, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA by train
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Amtrak as well as Metrolink Trains offer trains services from Santa Clarita to Carlsbad. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santa Clarita to Carlsbad.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Trains from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€28) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 16:57. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€28) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 16:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Santa Clarita, CA and Carlsbad, CA from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Clarita, CA to Carlsbad, CA by train. 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 train, 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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