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Grover Beach - Carlsbad Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Grover Beach to Carlsbad. Traveling by train from Grover Beach to Carlsbad usually takes 8 hours, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance231 mi (372 km)
Fastest train8h 0m
Lowest price$52.55
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Pacific Surfliner
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Grover Beach to Carlsbad?

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is the one and only train line which connects Grover Beach to Carlsbad. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner17h 38m$52.55
  • The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards. On average, the service offers 1 train trips from Grover Beach to Carlsbad every day, and prices for a one-way train ticket start from $53.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Grover Beach and Carlsbad is approximately 231 miles, or 372 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours,

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Grover Beach to Carlsbad. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Grover Beach at 4:00pm and arrives in Carlsbad around 7 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Carlsbad with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlsbad to Grover Beach.

City Information

Grover Beach

Grover Beach, CA, US - GVB-0

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Grover Beach is a small beach town in San Luis Obispo, between Oceano and Pismo Beach. It's popularly known as the location of the Pacific Crossing cable Landing station. The main highlight is Grover beach, ideal for nature lovers and fun in the sun. The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area offers fun outdoor activities, including horse riding and driving motor ATVs, plus biplane rides, skydiving, and golfing.

Grover Beach features a laidback downtown area where you can check out restaurants, theatrical performances, and shopping centers. The small city organizes annual festivals and celebrations like the South County Holiday Parade, the Stone Soup Music Festival, and Street Faire.

You can easily access Grover Beach from tens of other cities through trains provided by Amtrak and buses by Amtrak Thruway. The town also offers bus lines within the city and the Multimodal Transportation Facility, bike racks, electric vehicle charging stations, and long-term parking.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Grover Beach?

Main departure station: 180 W Grand Ave

There is one train station in Grover Beach.

All train stations in Grover Beach:

  • 180 W Grand Ave

Where is the train station in Carlsbad?

Main arrival station: 2775 State St - Coaster Station

Carlsbad has one train station.

All train stations in Carlsbad:

  • 2775 State St - Coaster Station

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