Is there public transportation from Orlando to Miami?

There are 39 intercity buses per day from Orlando to Miami. Traveling by bus from Orlando to Miami usually takes around 4 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 10 minutes.



Yes, there are several excellent public transportation options between Orlando and Miami in 2026. The most popular "high-end" option is the Brightline high-speed train, which connects Orlando International Airport (MCO) to downtown Miami in roughly 3 hours and 30 minutes. Brightline runs nearly every hour and offers amenities like leather seats and onboard food service. For a more budget-friendly rail option, Amtrak's Silver Meteor and Silver Star lines also run between the two cities, though the journey is slower at around 5 to 6 hours. If you prefer the bus, RedCoach offers a "first-class" bus experience with reclining seats, while FlixBus and Greyhound provide frequent daily departures starting as low as $30. These buses typically take between 4.5 and 5 hours. Finally, for those in a hurry, daily regional flights between MCO and Miami International (MIA) take only about an hour, though when you factor in airport security, the Brightline train is often considered the most efficient and comfortable "center-to-center" choice for modern travelers.

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Florida's Brightline train now offers service from Orlando to Miami. It already offered transportation between West Palm Beach and Miami, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, and Aventura. Premium tickets, which start at $149, come with lounge access and a complimentary checked bag.

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Take the Bus Bus companies offer service between Miami and Orlando at affordable prices. If you have a large group, a charter bus might also make sense. RedCoach USA offers bus service from Miami International Airport to Orlando. The bus makes several stops between the two destinations at various service plazas.

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You can find train tickets for Brightline which service this route currently. Brightline is the cheapest option recently available with prices starting at $159 round-trip.

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If you book in advance online or using the app, you can expect to pay as little as $22.99 for a ticket between Orlando and Miami, , but prices might go up in high season or if buses are full, getting to an average of $34.99.

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The Brightline train is a $5 billion bet by owner Fortress Investment Group that eventually 8 million people annually will take the 3.5-hour, 235-mile (378-kilometer) trip between Miami and Orlando — about 30 minutes less than the average drive.

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The City of Miami's free, air-conditioned trolley service runs on most of its 13 routes from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with reduced or no service on some routes on Sundays.

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Train, bus or fly from Miami to Orlando? The best way to get from Miami to Orlando is to train via Orlando which takes 3h 49m and costs $55 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $75 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $45 - $250 and takes 2h 47m.

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Up to two carry-on items allowed per Guest, restrictions apply. Larger bags may be added to your ticket in advance and checked through to select stations. PREMIUM fares include a complimentary first checked bag, and SMART fares are $25 per bag.

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To see more of Florida between Miami and Orlando, I would travel along the coast, and see Cape Canaveral and West Palm Beach and whatever other towns might interest you - this route is not quite as direct as the turnpike but there is certainly more to see.

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Be sure to activate your mobile pass only when you're ready to ride. Can I pay cash to ride Miami-Dade Transit? Yes. Cash payment will be accepted to ride Metrobus and at all TVM to purchase an EASY Card or fare product.

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In general Flixbus is fine, clean, reliable, free wifi and it will get you from point A to B.

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How many stops does Brightline have? Brightline has five stations in South Florida. The new station at the Orlando International Airport is its sixth.

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