How to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by bus and train?

From Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by bus and train

To get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot 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 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Fe Depot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Carlsbad on the Moovit app.

94min$9.00
Train - COASTER
Bus - 302
302
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Fe Depot
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    62 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
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by bus and train via COASTER and 309

To get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Encinitas Station station. Next, 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 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Fe Depot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Carlsbad on the Moovit app.

96min$9.00
Train - COASTER
Bus - 309
309
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Fe Depot
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 25087
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    Oceanside
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad

The distance between Santa Fe Depot, San Diego and Carlsbad, San Diego is approximately 45.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Fe Depot 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 Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Fe Depot) 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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Alternative route from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad by bus and train via COASTER and 309

To get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego, take the COASTER train from Santa Fe Depot station to Encinitas Station station. Next, 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 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Fe Depot may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Carlsbad on the Moovit app.

96min$9.00
Train - COASTER
Bus - 309
309
Leaves from Santa Fe Depot

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Fe Depot
  • 2
    Train - COASTERCOASTER
    Wait for train
    COASTER
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Encinitas Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Encinitas Bl & Vulcan Av
    ID 25087
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    Oceanside
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    Ride to bus station
    Marron Rd & El Camino Real (2375)
    ID 22796
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Bus line 302.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

    The alternative route takes 96 minutes, using Train line COASTER, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad in San Diego?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    The COASTER train line goes from Oceanside station near Santa Fe Depot to Oceanside Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Oceanside Transit Center station near Carlsbad in San Diego.

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

    The total travel time between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad in San Diego by train and bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Fe Depot to get to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    Get on the COASTER train from the Oceanside station near Santa Fe Depot in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Fe Depot and Carlsbad in San Diego?

    Get off the train at the Oceanside Transit Center stop, which is closest to Carlsbad in San Diego.

  • When is the last train from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego?

    The last train from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad in San Diego is the COASTER line. It leaves the Santa Fe Depot station at 1:20 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad?

    The ride from Santa Fe Depot to Carlsbad costs $9.00.

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