The cheapest and fastest trains from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 10 trains that leave Burbank, CA for San Diego, CA every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
770 Pacific Surfliner9:223h45Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA13:07Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
770 Pacific Surfliner9:223h30Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA12:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
782 Pacific Surfliner15:203h32Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA18:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
782 Pacific Surfliner15:203h47Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA19:07Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner11:153h52Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA15:07Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£321One-way0 changes
770 Pacific Surfliner9:223h30Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA12:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
782 Pacific Surfliner15:203h32Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA18:52Old Town Station, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
770 Pacific Surfliner9:223h45Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA13:07Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£311One-way0 changes
786 Pacific Surfliner17:213h46Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA21:07Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£321One-way0 changes
794 Pacific Surfliner21:173h47Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA1:04Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 195 km
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £345 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 37m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
782 Pacific Surfliner | 15:14 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h53 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 15:20 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 3h32 | 18:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 15:20 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 3h47 | 19:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 17:21 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h46 | 21:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 19:08 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h59 | 23:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 21:17 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h47 | 1:04 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:17 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h50 | 13:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:22 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 3h45 | 13:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 9:22 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 3h30 | 12:52 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 11:15 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 3h52 | 15:07 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA
Trains from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
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FAQs: Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burbank, CA and San Diego, CA
Most Burbank, CA to San Diego, CA trains use the Bob Hope Airport Train Station to Santa Fe Depot station pair, with some services arriving at Old Town Station. Use this guide to compare Burbank, CA and San Diego, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burbank, CA station do trains to San Diego, CA leave from?
Getting to Bob Hope Airport Train Station from Burbank city centre
Bob Hope Airport Train Station is 4 km from Burbank city centre. Public transport options include:
Bob Hope Airport Train Station train station facilities and services
Bob Hope Airport Train Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bob Hope Airport Train Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Getting to Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) from Burbank city centre
Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) train station facilities and services
Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank).
Which San Diego, CA station do trains from Burbank, CA arrive at?
Getting to Santa Fe Depot from San Diego city centre
Santa Fe Depot is 1 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Santa Fe Depot train station facilities and services
Santa Fe Depot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Fish Market, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santa Fe Depot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Santa Fe Depot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santa Fe Depot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santa Fe Depot: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin San Diego, The Guild Hotel, San Diego, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown.
Getting to Old Town Station from San Diego city centre
Old Town Station is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Town Station train station facilities and services
Old Town Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Guadalajara, Old Town Mexican Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Town Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Old Town Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Town Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Town Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Town Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Town Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town, Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town.
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