How to get from Encinitas to Carlsbad by bus?

From Encinitas to Carlsbad 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 51 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

51min$2.50
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
    Oceanside
  • 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

Alternative route from Encinitas to Carlsbad by bus via 101 and 302

To get from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the 101 bus from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station to Coast Hwy & Vista Way station. Next, take the 302 bus from Vista Way & Coast Hwy station to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $5.00.

46min$5.00
Bus - 101
101
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Encinitas
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 21505
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vista Way & Coast Hwy
    ID 20169
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Vista
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    7 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 51 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 Hwy 101 & A St.

Bus stations close to Encinitas:

  • Hwy 101 & A St
  • Encinitas Blvd & Essex Heights
  • Highway 101 & El Portal St

Public transit stations close to Carlsbad, San Diego

Carlsbad is located at Carlsbad, San Diego and the nearest public transit station is Vista Way & El Camino Real.

Bus stations close to Carlsbad:

  • Vista Way & El Camino Real
  • El Camino Real & Marron Rd
  • Avenida De Anita & Flower Fields Way

Related Routes

Alternative route from Encinitas to Carlsbad by bus via 101 and 302

To get from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the 101 bus from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av station to Coast Hwy & Vista Way station. Next, take the 302 bus from Vista Way & Coast Hwy station to Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $5.00.

46min$5.00
Bus - 101
101
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Encinitas
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Vista Way
    ID 21505
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vista Way & Coast Hwy
    ID 20169
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Vista
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 309.

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

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 101, 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 51 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 Oceanside 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 51 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 Oceanside stop, which is closest to Carlsbad in San Diego.

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

    The last bus from Encinitas to Carlsbad in San Diego is the Oceanside - UTC/VA/UCSD line. It leaves the Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av stop at 2:42 PM.

  • 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 11:05 PM.

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

    The ride from Encinitas to Carlsbad costs $2.50.

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