The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
9 h 51 m
Average duration
9 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to Burbank, CA will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Burbank, CA on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 9 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 51 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 9 h 55 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $616 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest |
10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 PM San Jose, CA | 9h51 | 5:16 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM San Jose, CA | 9h49 | 5:24 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 26 | |||||
![]() | 2:10 PM San Jose, CA | 9h55 | 12:05 AM Burbank, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€67) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 9h 49m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 9h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€67) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 49m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Burbank, CA from $75 (€60). 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 San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to Burbank, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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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