The average train between Van Nuys and Sylmar takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train service runs several times per day from Van Nuys to Sylmar. 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 4 hours between Van Nuys and Sylmar. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Van Nuys is at 5:53 PM which arrives into Sylmar at 7:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Van Nuys to Sylmar? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Van Nuys to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys station and arriving at Sylmar station via Burbank - Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.
Van Nuys to Sylmar train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Van Nuys station.
Van Nuys to Sylmar train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Sylmar / San Fernando station.
The distance between Van Nuys and Sylmar is 13.5 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Van Nuys to Sylmar / San Fernando via Burbank - Downtown in around 1h 36m.