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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
8 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL without transferring at least once.
6098 AMTRAK · 97 Silver Meteor6098 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian6098 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian6098 AMTRAK · 97 Silver Meteor
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Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $35.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$87 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. 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 · 97 Silver Meteor | 12:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 9h21 | 10:06 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 1 transfer | |
| 6098 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian | 12:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 8h46 | 9:31 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 12:43. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 07:29 |
Last train 12:43 |
FAQs: Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Petersburg, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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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