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How to get from Miami to Orlando
Brightline trains run from MiamiCentral to Orlando International Airport in about 3 h 30, typically for about $40–150 one way. Driving takes roughly 3 h 30 via Florida’s Turnpike, and intercity buses take 4–5 hours for less money.
Best option: Train. Brightline is about as fast as driving, with no traffic stress and stations in downtown Miami and at Orlando airport.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Brightline from MiamiCentral (also Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach) to Orlando International Airport station | about 3 h 30 | roughly hourly for much of the day | about $40–150 depending on class and date | The Orlando station is at the airport, about 20–30 minutes by car from the theme parks. |
| car Florida’s Turnpike (or I-95 to the Turnpike) | about 3 h 30 without traffic | Turnpike tolls of roughly $20–30 plus fuel | Tolls are mostly cashless; a rental car usually comes with a toll transponder plan. | |
| bus Intercity buses such as FlixBus and Greyhound | about 4–5 h | several a day | about $20–50 | Cheapest option; check pick-up points in both cities. |
| flight Short flights from Miami (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale to Orlando (MCO) | about 1 h flying, 3–4 h door to door | several a day | about $70–200 | Rarely faster than the train once airport time is counted. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Book Brightline early for the lowest fares; prices rise closer to departure and at weekends.
- From Brightline’s Orlando station, budget for a rideshare or shuttle to International Drive or the parks.
- If driving, leave Miami before 7 a.m. or after 10 a.m. to avoid rush-hour traffic.
- Service plazas on the Turnpike are the easiest places to stop for fuel and food.
Common questions
Is there a train from Miami to Orlando?
Yes. Brightline runs high-speed trains from MiamiCentral in downtown Miami to Orlando International Airport, stopping at Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach. The trip takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, with departures roughly every hour for much of the day. Amtrak also runs a daily long-distance train, but it is slower and uses different stations.
What is the cheapest way from Miami to Orlando?
Intercity buses are usually cheapest, at about $20–50 one way, taking 4–5 hours. Brightline’s lowest fares can be close to that if booked early. Driving alone costs fuel plus roughly $20–30 in Turnpike tolls, which works out well if several people share a car.
How do I get from Brightline Orlando to Disney or Universal?
The Orlando Brightline station is inside Orlando International Airport. From there, rideshare and taxis take about 20–30 minutes to Universal or International Drive and 25–35 minutes to Walt Disney World. Some hotels and shuttle companies also run from the airport, so check what your hotel offers.
Should I drive or take the train?
If you will rent a car in Orlando anyway, or you are a family sharing costs, driving is convenient and about as quick. If you are travelling alone or as a couple and staying near International Drive, the train is more relaxing and avoids I-95 and Turnpike traffic. The travel time is similar either way, around 3 hours 30 minutes.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.