The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Burbank, CA on Thu, May 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 10 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 27 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 11 h 35 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.
6:18 PM8h27Oakland, CA2:45 AMBurbank, CA$801One-way0 transfers
5:09 PM11h35Oakland, CA4:44 AMBurbank, CA$811One-way0 transfers
5:18 PM8h27Oakland, CA1:45 AMBurbank, CA$831One-way0 transfers
4:09 PM11h35Oakland, CA3:44 AMBurbank, CA$951One-way0 transfers
6:18 PM8h27Oakland, CA2:45 AMBurbank, CA$801One-way0 transfers
5:18 PM8h27Oakland, CA1:45 AMBurbank, CA$831One-way0 transfers
5:09 PM11h35Oakland, CA4:44 AMBurbank, CA$811One-way0 transfers
4:09 PM11h35Oakland, CA3:44 AMBurbank, CA$951One-way0 transfers
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 $520.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $700 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m 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 $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $83 (€67).
A bus is $631 (€509) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $700 (€565).
Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
Train takes on average 11h 9m.
Tickets start at around $83 (€67) compared to roughly $74 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.50 (€-6.85). The journey takes 11h 9m versus 5h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:09 PM Oakland, CA | 11h35 | 4:44 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:18 PM Oakland, CA | 8h27 | 1:45 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 8h 7m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 11h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 7m |
First train 1:30 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Burbank, CA from $58 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oakland, CA to Burbank, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
- Unattended paid parking is available at the nearby Bob Hope Airport.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The station is unstaffed and primarily serves as a connection point for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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