The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fort Lauderdale, FL for St. Augustine, FL on Mon, Jan 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 8 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €264 Average price |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL trains for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor | 1:34 PM Hollywood Station, Hollywood, FL | 6h53 | 8:27 PM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 1:50 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6h37 | 8:27 PM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 2:08 PM Deerfield Beach station, Deerfield Beach, FL | 6h19 | 8:27 PM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 4:29 PM Hollywood Station, Hollywood, FL | 9h11 | 1:40 AM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 4:43 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 8h57 | 1:40 AM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 5:00 PM Deerfield Beach station, Deerfield Beach, FL | 8h40 | 1:40 AM Palatka Station, Palatka, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL
Trains from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:01, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average train duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 08:01 |
Last train 12:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fort Lauderdale, FL and St. Augustine, FL from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Augustine, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort Lauderdale, FL to St. Augustine, FL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Downtown Las Olas Area
- Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale
- Riverside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and platforms for Amtrak and Tri-Rail services.
- Tri-Rail: Fort Lauderdale Station
- Bus: Several Broward County Transit lines available
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