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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
8
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 $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 8 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for Burbank, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 544 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 11 h 41 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.
12:40 PM8h45San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 299:25 PMLos Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA$671One-way0 transfers
4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner7:25 AM11h41Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA7:06 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:15 PM11h01Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:16 AMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer
- 4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:20 AM10h52Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA3:12 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer
- 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:50 AM11h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:16 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$731One-way1 transfer
- 12:40 PM8h45San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 299:25 PMLos Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA$671One-way0 transfers
- 4782 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner4:20 AM10h52Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA3:12 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer
- 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner10:15 PM11h01Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:16 AMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer
- 4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner9:50 AM11h26Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA9:16 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$731One-way1 transfer
- 4790 AMTRAK · 790 Pacific Surfliner7:25 AM11h41Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA7:06 PMBob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA$691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 $40. 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 $40, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 338 miles (544 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $269 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $81 (€67).
A bus is $202 (€165) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $269 (€221).
Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 1m.
Train takes on average 9h 53m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $75 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€6). The journey takes 9h 1m versus 5h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 03:12PM | Duration 10h52 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $174 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 11h41 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 09:16PM | Duration 11h26 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:16AM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
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, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · | 6:30 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 12h55 | 7:25 PM Glendale, Train Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 6:30 AM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 17h40 | 12:10 AM Los Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave), CA | 2 transfers | |
| · | 4:00 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 15h10 | 7:10 AM 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
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 25 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 5 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 7h 35m.
Distance 338 miles (544 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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 $40 (€33). 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.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA
Most San Francisco, CA to Burbank, CA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 to Los Angeles, North Hollywood (W Magnolia Blvd / Klump Ave) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Francisco, CA and Burbank, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 from San Francisco city centre
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