The average train between Burbank and Carlsbad takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Burbank to Carlsbad. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Burbank and Carlsbad. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burbank is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Carlsbad at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Burbank to Carlsbad. However, there are services departing from Burbank station and arriving at Carlsbad station via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Burbank to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Los Angeles station.
Burbank to Carlsbad train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Oceanside station.
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The distance between Burbank and Carlsbad is 144.2 km. The road distance is 156 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Oceanside hourly. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m.