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Pérez Art Museum Miami
Leading contemporary art museum with global exhibitions, sculpture gardens, and Biscayne Bay views in downtown Miami.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€37
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€65
Fastest journey on Aug 29
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
7 h 4 m
Trains on Aug 29
6
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 6 trains from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 353 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 8 h 25 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.
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41 FloridianOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, while a flight costs an average of €181.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€63 Average price | €181 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL costing on average €63.
A bus is €135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL costing on average €181.
Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 24m.
Train takes on average 7h 22m.
Tickets start at around €63 compared to roughly €50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-12.85. The journey takes 7h 22m versus 3h 52m 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 Sanford, FL to Miami, FL trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:44 PM Sanford, FL | 8h25 | 10:09 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:19 PM Sanford, FL | 5h40 | 10:59 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:19 PM Sanford, FL | 5h40 | 11:59 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sanford, FL to Miami, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 13:19. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average train duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 1:19 PM |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants unless service is included. Tip taxis about 10-15%. Round up or leave $1-2 at cafes for counter or bar service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanford, FL to Miami, 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 Miami, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sanford, FL to Miami, FL trains use the Orlando Station to Miami Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sanford, FL and Miami, FL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Miami Station is 10 km from Miami city centre. Public transport options include:
Miami Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Knife Restaurant, La Estacion American Brasserie
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Miami Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Miami Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Miami Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Miami Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Miami Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay, Hilton Miami Downtown, Holiday Inn Port of Miami-Downtown.
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