How to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA

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Compare train for Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, while a bus costs an average of $29.

Distance: 44 miles (72 km)

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2h 21m

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The cheapest way to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $29 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 21m.

Yes, you can take a train between Irvine, CA and Burbank, CA.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $27 (€23) compared to roughly $11 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$15 (-€13). The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 11m 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.

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How to get from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak
    1:49 PM1h43
    Irvine, CA
    3:32 PMBurbank, CA
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Amtrak
    1:49 PM1h43
    Irvine, CA
    3:32 PMBurbank, CA
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak
    1:49 PM1h43
    Irvine, CA
    3:32 PMBurbank, CA
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak
    12:49 PM1h43
    Irvine, CA
    2:32 PMBurbank, CA
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA

Travel to Burbank, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA.

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You can travel between Irvine, CA and Burbank, CA by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA costing on average $29 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Burbank, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 21m.

The distance from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is approximately 44 miles (72 km).
The average frequency per day from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Irvine, CA and Burbank, CA as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Irvine Transportation Center, Irvine, CA and arrive in Bob Hope Airport Train Station, Burbank, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Burbank, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Burbank, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA:
  • 7 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Irvine, CA to Burbank, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Las Vegas, NV, San Francisco, CA, Portland, OR, Denver, CO, Oakland, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Burbank, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Burbank, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Burbank, CA, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days exploring attractions like Warner Bros. Studio Tour, hiking in the Verdugo Mountains, and enjoying local dining and shopping.
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