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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with European and American collections, rotating exhibitions, and historic riverfront gardens.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
10 h 28 m
Average duration
13 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL without transferring at least once.
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian
6098 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian
6098 AMTRAK · 40 FloridianOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 256 miles (413 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $591 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration Fastest 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 47m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $107 (€87).
A train is $498 (€404) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $591 (€479).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 6m.
Flight takes on average 11h 47m.
Tickets start at around $93 (€76) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.73 (€-26.56). The journey takes 9h 6m versus 4h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6098 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian | 6:00 AM Fort Myers, FL | 16h13 | 10:13 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
6092 AMTRAK · 40 Floridian | 11:45 AM Fort Myers, FL | 10h28 | 10:13 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Fort Myers, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (413 km) distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 256 miles (413 km) |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:45 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Major art museum on the St. Johns River with European and American collections, rotating exhibitions, and historic riverfront gardens.
Popular family-friendly museum with science, regional history, and planetarium experiences along the Southbank.
Downtown contemporary art museum affiliated with the University of North Florida, known for rotating exhibitions and modern works.
Scenic pedestrian promenade along both sides of the St. Johns River with skyline views, bridges, and photo spots.
Beloved historic neighborhood known for walkable streets, preserved homes, parks, and a strong local character.
The city's best-known beach area, popular for ocean views, boardwalk atmosphere, sunrise walks, and social media content.
Wild-caught shrimp from the nearby Mayport area, a longtime local seafood staple often served fried, grilled, or boiled. It is one of Jacksonville's most recognized regional specialties.
A classic North Florida coastal dish featuring fresh grouper, usually blackened, grilled, or fried on a bun. It is popular in Jacksonville seafood spots and beach communities.
A communal seafood boil with shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, common across the coastal Southeast and widely enjoyed in Jacksonville for casual gatherings.
Beloved casual brunch and breakfast spot serving Southern-style biscuits, fried chicken biscuits, and hearty comfort food in a friendly setting.
Long-running upscale restaurant known for steaks, seafood, and refined American dining, suited for a more formal Jacksonville meal.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels vary by season and area.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, USD 2-5 for hotel staff, and 10-15% for taxis if no service fee is added.
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