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The cheapest and fastest buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$69
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 26 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
247 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Obispo, 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 Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Fast buses
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 247 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 36 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.
12:00 PM5h16San Luis Obispo, CA5:16 PMBurbank, CA$691One-way0 transfers- 8:30 PM5h36San Luis Obispo, CA2:06 AMBurbank, CA$701One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM5h16San Luis Obispo, CA5:16 PMBurbank, CA$691One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 PM5h36San Luis Obispo, CA2:06 AMBurbank, CA$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, while a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
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The cheapest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA is a train with an average price of $59.
The fastest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA is by train with an average journey time of 5h 5m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Luis Obispo, CA and Burbank, CA including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users.
San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:16PM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:16PM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:06AM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
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San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA bus times
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 12:00 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 5h16 | 5:16 PM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 5h36 | 2:06 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA
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Take a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Burbank, CA and enjoy the approximately 153 miles (247 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 19:36.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 7:36 PM |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train from $48
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