The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
17 h 40 m
Average duration
17 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
544 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA without transferring at least 2 times.


San Francisco, CA - Burbank, CACompare FlixBus, Greyhound


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €145.
Distance: 338 miles (544 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price | €145 Average price |
9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 11h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:49AM | Arrival Time 06:57PM | Duration 12h08 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:07PM | Duration 11h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:24PM | Duration 11h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:16AM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $209 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4784 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner | 12:55 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 11h24 | 12:19 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h40 | 6:10 AM Los Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 12h45 | 3:15 AM Glendale, Train Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 13h25 | 3:55 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 2:49 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 12h08 | 2:57 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 2 transfers | |
4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner | 3:30 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 11h37 | 3:07 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 8h45 | 1:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 12h10 | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:00 PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 11h24 | 5:24 AM Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
undefined · undefined | 12:00 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h30 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 12:00 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h10 | 3:10 PM Los Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Buses from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 38 times per day, taking around 8h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 338 miles (544 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 338 miles (544 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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