5.0
Pros: The train is on time and prompt to leave. You can count on their time tables. Cons: .
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There is one daily train from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach. Traveling by train from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach usually takes one hour and 28 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 28m |
Lowest price | $17.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The train is on time and prompt to leave. You can count on their time tables. Cons: .
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach was $18.50. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 16 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $7.50 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Amtrak Silver Service is the one and only train line which connects Okeechobee to West Palm Beach. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 1h 28m | $22.50 |
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach start from $17 and the average train journey lasts about 1 hours and 28 minutes.
Trains from Okeechobee to West Palm Beach are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Okeechobee at 3:00pm and arrives in West Palm Beach about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to West Palm Beach with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from West Palm Beach to Okeechobee.
Unlike its sister Palm Beach, which has long been associated with the ultra-lux lifestyle, West Palm Beach offers a treasure trove of away-from-the-shore entertainments and cultural activities. West Palm Beach houses some of the most vibrant art communities in the state, so art lovers should not miss the chance to visit the local Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, or the Norton Museum of Art. The city’s vicinity to nature allows travelers to get up close and personal with wildlife at venues such as McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary, the Lion Country Safari, or Okeeheelee Park.
For food aficionados, West Palm Beach is an affordable destination that can stand toe-to-toe against Palm Beach’s restaurant scene. The principal dishes in the area revolve mostly around seafood, especially groupers and shrimps. Restaurants worth trying out include Tin Fish or Bimini Twist.
West Palm Beach station, a historic destination in the city, is served by Amtrak as well as various bus carriers. There are daily long-distance trains and buses running through this station, offering access to cities as far as New York. The main airport in the city is the Palm Beach International Airport, which is located just west of the city.
There is one train station in Okeechobee.
801 N Parrott Ave
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Link to image attributionThe Amtrak Station in West Palm Beach is the main train station in the city, with service on the Tri-Rail commuter rail and Amtrak Silver Service. Opened in 1921, the station boasts a unique Spanish Revival design and a sweet pastel pink facade. Thanks to recent improvements, the station was beautified with additional trees, new sidewalks, and an added pizzeria for passengers to grab a quick bite. As the hub for travel in and out of West Palm Beach, this station is also a bus stop for FlixBus and Greyhound buses.
205 S Tamarind Ave
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