Transfer Options from LAX to BUR
If you have just landed at Los Angeles International Airport and have an upcoming flight from Burbank Airport, you’ll find various options for your transfer. Burbank Airport or Bob Hope Airport -as it is officially named- lies within a 35-mile/56-km distance from LAX Airport. Thus, you can either opt for a comfortable and hassle-free option -that is, a LAX taxi, a car rental, or a private airport transfer-, or choose a cheap but indirect and often tedious bus ride.
| Options | Price ($) | Price (€) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 80 | 75.50 | 40-50 min |
| Bus+Train | 15.75 | 14.90 | 62 min |
| Bus+Subway | 12.50 | 11.80 | 83 min |
LAX to Burbank Airport by Taxi
LAX taxis are a widely preferred transfer option by Los Angeles airport passengers, although it does entail a certain amount of hassle. Verily, taxis aren’t available outside the terminals, but travelers have to reach the LAX-it area, close to T1, to catch their cab or to opt for ride-sharing services. Thus, if you want to travel from LAX to Burbank Airport via taxi, you’ll have to take the free airport shuttle (you’ll spot the Green LAX-it stops outside the Arrivals of each terminal), which heads to LAX-it every 3-5 minutes. On the other hand, if you don’t carry heavy luggage with you and prefer walking, you’ll reach LAX-is in just 4 minutes from T1, 10 minutes from T2, T7 and T8, and 16-19 minutes from the other terminals. Are you landing at T3 or TBIT? You’ll also find a nearby taxi stand on the first floor of P3, whereas passengers arriving at T7, or T8 can get a cab from the taxi rank outside T7’s baggage claim area (on the terminal’s east side).
LA taxis aren’t uniformly colored. What’s more, only authorized taxicab companies can pick up passengers within the airport premises.
The taxi ride from LAX to Burbank Airport, lying 35 miles/56km away from each other, usually lasts around 40-50 minutes. Nevertheless, during rush hours, the heavy traffic levels may rise this duration to even two hours! LA taxis, on the other hand, are metered. Still, many taxicab agencies offer set fares for popular rides. In any case, it is highly possible that your taxi ride will be dependent on traffic. When the roads aren’t congested, the LAX transfer costs around 80$/75.50€, plus the customary 10%-15% tip. Please remember that your driver is obligated to give you a receipt. You may even ask to send it by email or text. As far as the payment methods are concerned, you can pay with cash or use your bank card (without being charged extra).
LAX to Burbank Airport by Bus
Overall, you won’t find a direct public transportation option from LAX Airport to Burbank Airport. Still, if you want to save money on the transfer expenses, you can take the LAX FlyAway Bus to Union Station and continue your ride to BUR either by train or via the Red Subway Line. Explicitly:
- Option 1: LAX FlyAway Bus + Train
LAX FlyAway Bus is one of the most convenient options when it comes to LAX ground transportation, as buses depart right outside the Arrivals halls of all terminals (to catch other buses or the Metro C Line, you’ll have to take the free airport shuttle to the nearby stations). The modern and comfortable buses -accessible, pet-friendly, and equipped with charging stations while providing their passengers with free Wi-Fi- depart from the designated stops on the lower terminals’ level, marked by Blue LAX-FlyAway signs. They operate at a 30-minute frequency from 05:40 am to 01:10 am and reach their terminus (Union Station) in about 30 minutes during off-peak hours and 60-70 minutes when traffic levels are high. Their ticket costs 9.75$/9.15€, but two younger-than-5 children per paying adult travel for free. You can purchase your tickets online or use the FlyAway app. Online tickets just have to be scanned on the bus validators, whereas tickets purchased via the app have to be activated as well. Once they are activated, they are valid for 3 hours.
Please note that LAX FlyAway Buses can use the High Occupancy Vehicles Lane. Thus, they’ll save you some time if roads are congested.
As soon as you reach Union Station, you’ll have to catch a Metrolink or AMTRAK train heading to Ventura County, Burbank South Airport, or Pacific Surfliner North. You can buy an AMTRAK ticket (around 11$/10.40€) or a Metrolink ticket (priced at 6$/5.70€). Both ticket types can be used for all train rides (both Metrolink and AMTRAK). Still, Metrolink tickets are usually recommended, as they are cheaper and require less waiting time at the station. Verily, the lines at the AMTRAK automatic machines are usually long. You can expect to reach Burbank Airport South Station (please note that there is also Burbank Airport North Station) in about 25 minutes. From that point, the BUR terminals are just a 7-minute walk away.
There are free airport shuttles linking Burbank Airport South Station to the BUR terminal complex from 05:00 am to 10:00 pm. However, they operate on demand.
Thus, the total transfer from LAX to BUR lasts around 62 minutes (plus waiting time). However, trains aren’t frequent enough. That being said, their frequency varies from 15 minutes to 2-3 hours! In any case, the cost of the trip is 15.75$/14.90€.
You don’t even have to buy two separate tickets! Verily, you can add the FlyAway’s cost to the Metrolink ticket fare!
- Option 2: LAX FlyAway Bus + Metro B Line
Alternatively, you can use the LAX FlyAway Bus and the LA subway to travel from LAX Airport to Burbank Airport. This option is more time-consuming and requires more changes of line but includes less waiting time and is more affordable. Thus, once you disembark at Union Station, you can opt for a subway ride to BUR Airport. You’ll have to catch the Metro B Line (Red Line) and travel to North Hollywood Station. The Subway Line B runs from 04:10 am to 00:11 am frequently (every 12 minutes). Trains reach their destination in about 31 minutes. The ticket for the subway costs as much as 1.75$/1.64€. Nevertheless, you’ll have to buy a reusable card (TAP Card). You can purchase it through the station’s automatic vendors, online, or alternatively, you can use the app. It is priced at 2$/1.88€. Should you want to reload it, you can use the previous methods, head to an authorized vendor, or even call TAP Customer Service. The biggest perk of TAP Cards is their fare-capping system. Hence, once the passenger pays the daily cap (5$/4.70€) or the weekly cap (18$/16.90€), all other rides are out of charge.
From North Hollywood Station, you can take a taxi or a shuttle to BUR Airport. Moreover, you can catch the Burbank Bus (the Orange Route) heading to Hollywood Burbank Airport RITC. Buses are available every 15-20 minutes from 05:30 am to 10:00 pm and need 23 minutes to get to BUR Airport. Their fares are very affordable, costing 1$/0.94€. TAP Cards are accepted at Burbank Buses as well.
Hence, the total transfer time from LAX to BUR will be 83 minutes (without waiting time), and you’ll have to pay 12.50$/11.80€.
Shuttle from LAX to Burbank Airport
If you want a direct transfer option from LAX to BUR but can’t afford the cost of a taxi ride or a private airport transfer, you can always choose one of the shuttles departing from Los Angeles Airport and heading to Burbank Airport. You’ll find various companies providing shuttle services from LAX. All you have to do is search and compare the options.
Car Rental from LAX to Burbank Airport
If you want to travel between the two airports at your own pace, you should choose a LAX airport car rental. You’ll find plenty of car hire companies at the LAX Car Rental Center (linked to the terminals with a complimentary airport shuttle), as well as at the Remote Rental Car Depot (agencies provide free shuttle services as well). However, there are no car rental desks inside the airport. In any case, the options are various, and the prices tend to be competitive. Hence, if you search your alternatives and even more so, if you book your car rental in advance, you’ll ferret out tempting deals and offers as well as numerous available vehicle types.
You should expect a 40-50-minute ride from LAX to BUR if the traffic is light. However, during rush hours, the traveling time may be up to 2 hours. As a result, you should plan your transfer so as to arrive at Burbank Airport on time. As soon as you reach the BUR premises, you’ll have to either drop off your Los Angeles car rental or park it. Please bear in mind that you’ll have to return the vehicle at the Consolidated Rental Car Facilities of the Regional Intermodal Transportation Center (RITC). Otherwise, BUR Airport offers both short-term parking facilities and long-stay options.
LAX Airport Transfers from LAX to BUR
Do you want to have your driver wait for you right after the baggage claim area to take your luggage and show you the way to the vehicle parked a few minutes walk away? Does a customized transfer from LAX Airport to Burbank Airport sound appealing to you, and do you want to tailor the provided services to your needs (from the car class to any additional products)? And finally, do you value door-to-door services? If so, LAX airport transfers are by far the right choice for you. In addition to all the previous perks, drivers are usually area-knowledgeable. Hence, they will give you useful tips and hints and answer all your questions during the 40-50-minute ride.
FAQs
How far is Burbank Airport to LAX?
LAX Airport and Burbank Airport lie within a 35-mile/56-km distance from each other. Thus, if roads aren’t congested, you won’t need more than 40-50 minutes to get from LAX to BUR. Conversely, during rush hours, your ride may last up to 2 hours!
How to get from LAX to Burbank Airport?
You can catch a LAX taxi, book a private airport transfer, or reserve a car rental to get from LAX to BUR. if you are looking for a cheaper option, you can take the LAX FlyAway Bus to Union Station and continue your journey with one of the AMTRAK or Metrolink trains or hop on the Red Subway Line. In that case, you’ll also have to take the Burbank Bus from North Hollywood to Hollywood Burbank Airport RITC. Last but not least, you’ll find several shuttles from LAX to Burbank Airport.
How much is a taxi from LAX to Burbank?
LAX taxis are metered, although some taxicab companies offer set fares. Overall, their fares are dependent on the traffic conditions. Thus, when traffic levels are low, a taxi ride from LAX to BUR costs around 80$/75.50€.