Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 31 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £317.
Distance: 195 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £317 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average £31.
A coach is £293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average £317.
Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 33m.
Coach takes on average 3h 48m.
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 | 4:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h37 | 7:38 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 | 4:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h31 | 7:32 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
761 | 4:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 3h22 | 7:32 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
765 | 6:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h34 | 9:35 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
769 | 8:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h34 | 11:35 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 | 12:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h31 | 15:32 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 | 12:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h37 | 15:38 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
777 | 12:10 Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 3h22 | 15:32 Burbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
785 | 16:01 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 3h34 | 19:35 Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from San Diego, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 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 31m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Burbank, 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 Burbank, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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