Train Fort Lauderdale, FL - Tampa, FL prices from $38.23

Fort Lauderdale, FL, to Tampa, FL, by train

The train from Fort Lauderdale, FL, to Tampa, FL, lasts on average 4 hr 48 min. Around 1 trains depart a day between Fort Lauderdale, FL, and Tampa, FL, the average price is $44.01 and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $38.23.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the U.S., operates the train from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa. The two Floridian cities are on the Silver Service line, composed of Silver Meteor and Silver Bullet trains.

The Silver Service is a long-distance Amtrak service connecting New York and Miami, serving many smaller cities. On the train journey from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa, you can book a unit in a Viewliner sleeper car. There is a choice between a small but practical Roomete and a more comfortable Bedroom. As for the food options, there is a dining car, a cafe, and a room service for the sleeper passengers.

If you opt for the sleeping car, remember that you need to book the entire unit, whether alone or with someone. Also, the coach has comfortable reclining seats, perfect for getting some shut-eye, so give it a chance.

Fort Lauderdale Brightline Station offers amenities, including free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and a comfortable waiting area, with customer service for assistance and digital signage for train information. The station is located downtown near various restaurants, shops, and attractions and provides accessibility features like elevators and ramps. 

In Tampa, you will end your journey on the only Amtrak station in town, Union Station, located at 601 N Nebraska Ave, in the Channel district. The station is simple, conveniently close to several car rental agencies, and has a parking lot. The Amtrak Thruway Bus serves the station, and the Greyhound buses serve the bus terminal five miles away. 

Cuban and Spanish cultures strongly influenced this Mexican Gulf harbor city, especially its cuisine. If you are wondering what to do in Tampa, you can start with one of many fusion restaurants in the Riverwalk area or visit one of several aquariums and Zoos. While it is a city of post-modern skyscrapers, Spanish and Cuban architecture is present in historic landmarks like the Tampa Theatre.

So if you plan to travel to Tampa from Fort Lauderdale by train, let us help you plan it. We check thousands of rail, bus, and flight destinations to help you find the best price. Check out our handy price calendar below, where you can see the best prices across all modes of transport between Fort Lauderdale and Tampa.