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Santa Monica to Burbank Bus Schedule
Bus from Santa Monica to Burbank: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Santa Monica to Burbank. Traveling by bus from Santa Monica to Burbank usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $6.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Monica to Burbank?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Monica to Burbank. Amtrak Thruway is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 1h 25m | $6.41 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Santa Monica to Burbank start at $6. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Santa Monica to Burbank
The bus takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 15 miles from Santa Monica to Burbank. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Burbank at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Santa Monica to Burbank, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Monica?
Main departure station: Shore Hotel - 2nd St.
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Monica.
All bus stations in Santa Monica:
Shore Hotel - 2nd St.
Where does the bus arrive in Burbank?
Main arrival station: 3750 Empire Ave
All buses from Santa Monica arrive at one main station in Burbank.
All bus stations in Burbank:
3750 Empire Ave
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