The cheapest and fastest trains from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 6 trains that leave Miami, FL for Sanford, FL on Mon, May 18, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 353 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 8 h 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.
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM5h17Miami Station, Miami, FL12:22 PMOrlando Station, Orlando, FL$431One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM5h46Miami Station, Miami, FL12:51 PMWinter Park Station, Winter Park, FL$561One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM6h33Miami Station, Miami, FL1:38 PMDeLand Station, DeLand, FL$701One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian11:05 AM8h00Miami Station, Miami, FL7:05 PMWinter Park Station, Winter Park, FL$711One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian11:05 AM7h29Miami Station, Miami, FL6:34 PMOrlando Station, Orlando, FL$711One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM5h17Miami Station, Miami, FL12:22 PMOrlando Station, Orlando, FL$431One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM5h46Miami Station, Miami, FL12:51 PMWinter Park Station, Winter Park, FL$561One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor7:05 AM6h33Miami Station, Miami, FL1:38 PMDeLand Station, DeLand, FL$701One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian11:05 AM7h29Miami Station, Miami, FL6:34 PMOrlando Station, Orlando, FL$711One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian11:05 AM8h00Miami Station, Miami, FL7:05 PMWinter Park Station, Winter Park, FL$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $238 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL costing on average $64 (€52).
A bus is $197 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Sanford, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€52) compared to roughly $73 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€7). The journey takes 5h 48m versus 3h 43m 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.
Live departures
Miami, FL to Sanford, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Miami, FL to Sanford, FL trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor | 7:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 5h17 | 12:22 PM Orlando Station, Orlando, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 7:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 6h33 | 1:38 PM DeLand Station, DeLand, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 7:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 5h46 | 12:51 PM Winter Park Station, Winter Park, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 11:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 8h42 | 7:47 PM DeLand Station, DeLand, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 11:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 7h29 | 6:34 PM Orlando Station, Orlando, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian | 11:05 AM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 8h00 | 7:05 PM Winter Park Station, Winter Park, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Miami, FL to Sanford, FL by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
May 18
May 19
May 20
May 21
May 22
May 23
May 24
Journey information
Overview: Train from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
Trains from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 14:19. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 2:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Miami, FL and Sanford, FL from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
FAQs: Trains from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Miami, FL to Sanford, 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 Sanford, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 5:00 AM - 12:40 AM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from NW 37th Avenue.
- The Knife Restaurant
- La Estacion American Brasserie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay
- Hilton Miami Downtown
- Holiday Inn Port of Miami-Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Brightline services
- Metrorail: Green Line, Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
More options for your journey from Miami, FL to Sanford, FL
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
