What is the cheapest way to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa?

The cheapest way to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa is to line 165 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa?

The fastest way to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Burbank and Lake Balboa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 1st / Olive and arriving at Vanowen / Balboa. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Burbank to Lake Balboa?

The distance between Burbank and Lake Balboa is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

How do I travel from Burbank to Lake Balboa without a car?

The best way to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa without a car is to line 165 bus which takes 51 min and costs $1 - $2.

How long does it take to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa?

The line 165 bus from 1st / Olive to Vanowen / Balboa takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Burbank to Lake Balboa bus from?

Burbank to Lake Balboa bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 1st / Olive station.

Where does the Burbank to Lake Balboa bus arrive?

Burbank to Lake Balboa bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Vanowen / Balboa station.

Can I drive from Burbank to Lake Balboa?

Yes, the driving distance between Burbank to Lake Balboa is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Burbank to Lake Balboa.

Where can I stay near Lake Balboa?

There are 375+ hotels available in Lake Balboa.

Burbank to Lake Balboa - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 165 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burbank to Lake Balboa by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 165 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 1st / Olive to Vanowen / Balboabus 165
51 min
$1–2
Train, line 169 bus
1. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Van Nuystrain VC Line
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Sherman Way / Hayvenhurstbus 169
1h 12m
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burbank to Lake Balboataxi 11.6 mi
20 min
$50–65
Drive 11.6 mi
1. Drive from Burbank to Lake Balboacar 11.6 mi
20 min
$3–4

Burbank to Lake Balboa by bus

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Burbank, Los Angeles County, CA, USA and Lake Balboa, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 1st / Olive to Vanowen / Balboa every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 51 min.

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