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Burbank travel guide

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You're Going to Love Burbank

With a population of 28,925, Burbank is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Burbank has to offer.

When to visit Burbank

Burbank in February
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Burbank in February
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Burbank

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $21 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, Amtrak and American Airlines. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $42. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 210 miles.

Plane

When flying to Burbank, you’ll arrive at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Burbank departs from New York and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Burbank. The train journey from Burbank to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $21 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Burbank is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 13 miles from Burbank. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Burbank, including Greyhound, Amtrak and American Airlines. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Burbank takes 80 miles and will cost you around $42. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 210 miles.

Airports near Burbank

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Burbank

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,157 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,898 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,913 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,173 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,436 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (964 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,277 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,023 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,849 reviews)
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Where to stay in Burbank

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Chicago - Midway and Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Burbank

Most booked hotels in Burbank

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Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1181 reviews)
$139+
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Chicago Marriott Midway
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 550 reviews)
$158+
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Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1153 reviews)
$111+
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Hampton Inn Chicago-Midway Airport
3 stars
Good (7.9, 813 reviews)
$141+
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Sleep Inn Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1588 reviews)
$91+
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Best Western Inn & Suites - Midway Airport
2 stars
Good (7.2, 717 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in Burbank

Renting a car in Burbank costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 72% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Burbank costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 72% cheaper than airport locations in Burbank.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Burbank (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Burbank, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

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