5.0
Pros: I felt safe and comfortable. On my request I was gives window seat. Cons: Everything was fine.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale. Traveling by train from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale usually takes 6 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can make the trip in 5 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 186 mi (300 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 25m |
| Lowest price | CZK 651.33 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
| Train lines | 2 |

Average score for trains from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I felt safe and comfortable. On my request I was gives window seat. Cons: Everything was fine.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale was CZK 756.38. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 21 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 1,645.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale will cost between CZK 735 and CZK 1,975. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
By booking your train trip from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale on Wanderu at least 21 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 1,645.76 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 7h 47m | CZK 1,415.91 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 5h 25m | CZK 1,116.50 |
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale start from CZK 651, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Fort Lauderdale. Amtrak Floridian in Winter Park leaves from 148 W Morse Blvd . And in Fort Lauderdale trains arrive at Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter .
From Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 7 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Fort Lauderdale faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 25 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Fort Lauderdale on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Winter Park.
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 Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale start from CZK 798 and the average train journey lasts about 5 hours and 25 minutes.
The distance between Winter Park and Fort Lauderdale is approximately 186 miles, or 300 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 25 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Winter Park to Fort Lauderdale are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Winter Park at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Winter Park twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Fort Lauderdale with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Fort Lauderdale to Winter Park.

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Winter Park is a city in Florida outside Orlando, known for its many outdoor spaces and art and museum centers. The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens showcases sculptures in a lush setting, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is renowned for its Tiffany windows, and the Rollins Museum of Art exhibits artworks from ancient to contemporary periods.
Museums aside, Winter Park is a fabulous urban outdoor destination. Paddle through Winter Park Canals, smell the wisteria at Central Park, and relax in Kraft Azalea Garden on Lake Maitland. Winter Park's premier urban village has cypresses sweeping over red-brick streets lined with cafés, gastro pubs, and brewing companies. Walk along Park Avenue or in the Hannibal Square district for the best shopping and dining in historic settings.
Winter Park is one of the stops on Amtrak's Silver Service between New York City and Miami. FlixBus runs a few intercity bus routes directly to Winter Park, but additional bus lines go through nearby Orlando.



Nicknamed the Venice of America, Fort Lauderdale offers vast stretches of white sand beaches at affordable prices, allowing the average traveler to enjoy fun under the sun with ease. Fort Lauderdale Beach is the premier destination for beach-goers and nature lovers, and it is noticeably less chaotic than its counterpart at Miami Beach, making it a perfect spot for a quiet and leisurely getaway. Another alternative is the nearby Las Olas Beach, which features clean and refreshing water. Nature lovers can also take an airboat tour to the famous Everglades and get up close to the alligators.
For shopping fans, Sawgrass Mills, a famous shopping outlet with 250 stores, will be a top choice. Don’t forget to take the time for a stroll around the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District and enjoy the setting sun as the day comes to a close.
The Fort Lauderdale Amtrak station is the main train station in the city, offering quick access to other cities in the state of Florida. In the center of town, not too far from the train station, you can find the Greyhound station which is the busiest bus travel hub in Fort Lauderdale. The principal airport in the area is the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport which, as its name suggests, is located right in between the two neighboring cities. However, it's also easy to get from Fort Lauderdale to Miami Airport for more flight options.
There is one train station in Winter Park.
148 W Morse Blvd

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Link to image attributionThe Tri-Rail Station in Fort Lauderdale serves local Tri-Rail trains that travel throughout Florida and Amtrak trains to connect with the United States’ largest passenger rail system. Amtrak Silver Service trains stop in Fort Lauderdale along its New York to Miami route. The station features ample parking, indoor seating and restrooms, and two platforms with Mediterranean-style tiled roofs. Located adjacent to Interstate 95, it is easy to connect by highway to your final destination or head a few miles East into downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Tri-Rail Station - 200 SW 21 Ter
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