Amtrak from Fort Lauderdale to NYC? No Direct Service.
Amtrak does NOT operate any train service to or from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Why?
- Amtrak's **Florida trains** (*Silver Meteor*, *Silver Star*, *Auto Train*) serve **Orlando, Tampa, West Palm Beach, Miami** — but **stop at West Palm Beach** (45 mi north of Fort Lauderdale).
- **No station in Broward County.** Brightline (private higher-speed rail) serves **Fort Lauderdale** (downtown) — but only **north to Orlando/Miami**, not beyond Florida.
Alternatives to Reach NYC
| Option | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|
| Brightline + Amtrak | FLL → West Palm Beach (Brightline) → *Silver Meteor/Star* → NYP | 28–32 hrs | $150–$400+ |
| Fly | FLL → LGA/JFK/EWR (nonstop 2.75 hrs) | 3–5 hrs total | $100–$400 |
| Drive | ~1,280 mi via I-95 | 19–21 hrs | Gas + tolls + time |
| Bus | Greyhound/FlixBus FLL → NYC | 26–30 hrs | $120–$250 |
Bottom Line
**Fly.** Train is indirect, slow, and not cost-competitive. Brightline + Amtrak is a scenic adventure, not practical transport.
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