How much is the bus ticket from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?

The cheapest bus tickets from Las Vegas to Carlsbad start from $130. The average price for this route is around $166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?

The average bus trip duration from Las Vegas to Carlsbad is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 674 miles (1086 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Las Vegas to Carlsbad route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?

The earliest bus departs from Las Vegas to Carlsbad at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?

A bus trip from Las Vegas to Carlsbad generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Las Vegas to Carlsbad from $187 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Las Vegas to Carlsbad on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:00pm	Strip	1d	4:25pm	Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:00pm	Strip	1d	4:25pm	Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:15pm	3815 E Craig Rd	1d 20h	4:25pm	Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	7:15pm	3815 E Craig Rd	1d 20h	4:25pm	Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:45pm	Strip	1d 16h	4:25pm	Carlsbad (Road Runner Express #1)	No tags

Get from Las Vegas to Carlsbad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

674 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Las Vegas and Carlsbad?

Stops in Las Vegas

A
South Strip Transfer Terminal
6675 Gilespie Street, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
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B
Edmond Town Center
931 W Owens Ave #135, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA
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C
Las Vegas Airport
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D
Harrahs Casino
3475 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
E
Caesar's Palace
3 Jay Sarno Way, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
F
1st St
Downtown Las Vegas (1st St), Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA

Stops in Carlsbad

A
Food Jet South Carlsbad Bus Station
3102 NATIONAL PARKS HWY, 88220, New Mexico

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,442 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Las Vegas, NV, US to Carlsbad, NM by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Las Vegas to Carlsbad start from $130. The average price for this route is around $166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?
The average bus trip duration from Las Vegas to Carlsbad is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 674 miles (1086 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Las Vegas to Carlsbad route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?
The earliest bus departs from Las Vegas to Carlsbad at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Las Vegas to Carlsbad?
A bus trip from Las Vegas to Carlsbad generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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$187

The cheapest trip from Las Vegas, NV, US to Carlsbad, NM was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $187

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Las Vegas, NV, US to Carlsbad, NM, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $187 to $188 for a bus ticket from Las Vegas, NV, US to Carlsbad, NM based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2025-12-26.