The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
10 h 37 m
Average duration
11 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA without transferring at least once.
4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:35 AM10h37Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA3:12 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$601One-way1 transfer
4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner7:10 AM11h56Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA7:06 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$601One-way1 transfer
4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:00 PM11h16Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA9:16 AMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$601One-way1 transfer
4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:00 PM11h21Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA9:21 AMBurbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA$611One-way1 transfer
4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:35 AM10h43Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA3:18 PMBurbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA$611One-way1 transfer
4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:35 AM10h37Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA3:12 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$601One-way1 transfer
4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:35 AM10h43Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA3:18 PMBurbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA$611One-way1 transfer
4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:00 PM11h16Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA9:16 AMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$601One-way1 transfer
4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:00 PM11h21Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA9:21 AMBurbank, N Front St (Downtown Burbank), Burbank, CA$611One-way1 transfer
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:35 AM11h41Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA9:16 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $514.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $693 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $625 (€509) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $693 (€565).
Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
Train takes on average 11h 9m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 03:18PM | Duration 10h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:16PM | Duration 11h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:16PM | Duration 11h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 11h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:16PM | Duration 11h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 10:12PM | Duration 10h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 11:18PM | Duration 10h53 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:06AM | Duration 11h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 11h21 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Compare prices and tickets Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Buses from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Burbank, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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