Distance from Philadelphia to Carlsbad by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Carlsbad (CA) is 2366 miles or 3807 kilometers or 2055 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Carlsbad is 2731 miles (4396 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 365 miles or 589 km.

Philadelphia to Carlsbad Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Philadelphia, PA and Carlsbad, CA
This map shows the distance from Philadelphia, PA, Usa to Carlsbad, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Carlsbad, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Carlsbad, CA

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Carlsbad, California is 2731 miles or 4396 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Carlsbad, CA is 2731 miles or 4396 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Carlsbad, California.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Carlsbad, California is approximately 2731 miles (4396 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 49 to 50 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Carlsbad, CA

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Carlsbad, CA?
The total driving time is 49 hours, 12 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Carlsbad take?
Philadelphia and Carlsbad are 49 hours 12 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Philadelphia and Carlsbad

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Carlsbad (CA) is 3 Hours.
Carlsbad time is 3 Hours behind Philadelphia.

Current local time in Philadelphia	Current local time in Carlsbad
2025-12-20, 22:42:28 EST	2025-12-20, 19:42:28 PST

How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Carlsbad California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Philadelphia, PA and Carlsbad, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2731 mi	4396 km	2371.6 nmi
Straight line distance	2366 mi	3807 km	2055 nmi
Difference	365 mi	589 km	316 nmi

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