San Diego to Burbank by train
Burbank lies 194 km (121 mi) north-west of San Diego, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 38 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 237 km (147 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| San Diego | Burbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.4 million | 105,319 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 192 m (630 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Stations on record | Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center, Sorrento Valley station | Downtown Burbank station, Burbank Airport–North station |
| Postal codes | 92101–92199 | 91501–91526 |
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Common questions
How far is Burbank from San Diego?
194 km (121 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San Diego; by road roughly 237 km (147 mi).
How long does it take to get from San Diego to Burbank by train?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Diego and Burbank?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.