Places to visit about 1½ hours from Carlsbad

Cities 1½ hours from Carlsbad

These are approximate driving times in a radius from Carlsbad, California. Search for vacation spots within driving distance for a day trip or weekend getaway. There are many towns within the total area, so if you're looking for closer places, try a smaller radius like 1 hour. If you're willing to drive farther, try 2 hours.

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RV campgrounds 1½ hours from Carlsbad

State parks 1½ hours from Carlsbad

More cities around 1½ hours away by plane

Here are more cities based on a flight circle radius of 1.5 hours. These cities are much further than the ones above since now we're looking at a 1½ hour flight.