How to get from Encinitas to Carlsbad by bus?

By bus

Take one direct bus from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego: take the 309 bus from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $0.00.

52min$0.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 309
309
Leaves from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 25087
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Oceanside Transit Center station. Next, take the 302 bus from Oceanside Transit Center station to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $0.00.

45min$0.00
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Encinitas Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Vista
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Encinitas to Carlsbad

The distance between Encinitas, San Diego and Carlsbad, San Diego is approximately 14.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Encinitas to Carlsbad by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Encinitas

Encinitas is located at Encinitas, San Diego and the nearest public transit station is Saxony Rd & Saxony Ln.

Bus stations close to Encinitas:

  • Saxony Rd & Saxony Ln
  • Saxony Rd & Seacrest Way
  • Saxony Rd & Saxony Pl

Public transit stations close to Carlsbad, San Diego

Carlsbad is located at Carlsbad, San Diego and the nearest public transit station is Escondido Junction.

Bus stations close to Carlsbad:

  • Vista Way & El Camino Real
  • Marron Rd & El Camino Real
  • El Camino Real & Hosp Way

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Encinitas Station station to Oceanside Transit Center station. Next, take the 302 bus from Oceanside Transit Center station to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $0.00.

45min$0.00
Walk to train station
Train - COASTER
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Encinitas Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Encinitas Station
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Vista
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Carlsbad?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Encinitas to Carlsbad?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line COASTER, Bus line 302.

  • Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Carlsbad in San Diego?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego in 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    The 309 bus line goes from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station near Encinitas to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station near Carlsbad in San Diego.

  • How long does it take to travel from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego by bus?

    The total travel time between Encinitas and Carlsbad in San Diego by bus is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Encinitas to get to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    Get on the 309 bus from the Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av stop near Encinitas in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Encinitas and Carlsbad in San Diego?

    Get off the bus at the Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) stop, which is closest to Carlsbad in San Diego.

  • When is the first train from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    The first train from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego is COASTER. It leaves the Encinitas Station station at 12:25 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    The first bus from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego is Town Center North - Encinitas via ECR. It leaves the Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av stop at 10:49 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Encinitas to Carlsbad?

    The ride from Encinitas to Carlsbad costs $0.00.

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