How to Book Train Travel From Tampa to Orlando

Amtrak's Silver Star Line offers a fast, efficient way to travel between Tampa and Orlando. The trip takes just about 2 hours, and you won't have to deal with traffic or the other inconveniences of making the drive in your car.

Instructions

Schedule Your Trip

1

Check the schedules. You can do this by going to Amtrak's Web site (see below) and clicking on the 'schedules' tab. Select Tampa's Union Station from the drop-down menu and then Orlando's train station for arrival. Select your date, and then press 'search.'

2

Choose your route. Amtrak offers two train lines to Orlando from Tampa every day. Choose from the 6098 Bus or 92 Silver Star depending on what time you'd like to depart. The trip on each train takes approximately 2 hours (excluding delays).

3

Book your ticket by choosing the best fare to Orlando on the day of your journey and following website prompts to reserve your seat. Be sure to print out your confirmation information or write down and save your confirmation number.

Travel to Orlando

4

Check your reservation before you leave to be sure that the train is on time and your seat is reserved. To do so, call Amtrak's toll-free phone number or check departures on the Web site.

5

Arrive at Tampa Union Station early to make sure there is time to check in, check extra baggage and get a good seat. Amtrak often does not assign seats until you have checked in.

6

Use any extra time to wander around Tampa's historic Union Station. Recent renovations and the addition of eateries and shops make it a lovelier place to visit than ever before.