How to get from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad by bus and train?

San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad - Bus Schedule

The 215 bus from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad runs from 12:47 AM to 12:17 AM, with departures every 10 min-3 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 5 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad by bus and train

To get from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad in San Diego, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 215 bus from Park Bl & Zoo Pl station to India St & C St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the COASTER train and finally 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 2 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from San Diego Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Carlsbad on the Moovit app.

125min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 215
215
Train - COASTER
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Park Bl & Zoo Pl

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Park Bl & Zoo Pl
    ID 12068
    740 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    India St & C St
    ID 99791
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Fe Depot
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    62 min
  • 7
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Vista
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad

The distance between San Diego Zoo, San Diego and Carlsbad, San Diego is approximately 48.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 125 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad

To check the bus and train schedule from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Diego Zoo) and destination (Carlsbad), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad?

    The fastest way takes 125 minutes, using Bus line 215, Train line COASTER, Bus line 302.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 5 min.

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

    The 215 bus line goes from Park Bl & Zoo Pl station near San Diego Zoo to India St & C St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till India St & C St station near Carlsbad in San Diego.

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

    The total travel time between San Diego Zoo and Carlsbad in San Diego by bus and train is about 2 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the 215 bus from the Park Bl & Zoo Pl stop near San Diego Zoo in San Diego.

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

    Get off the bus at the India St & C St stop, which is closest to Carlsbad in San Diego.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad?

    The ride from San Diego Zoo to Carlsbad costs $9.00.

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