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Brightline slashes travel costs between Orlando and South Florida for Thanksgiving, Black Friday

By Dani Medina
Published  November 14, 2023 12:25pm EST
Orlando
FOX 35 Orlando

Brightline doubles daily trains to Orlando

Brightline has doubled the number of trains running between Miami and Orlando just over two weeks after the train made its inaugural trip along the highly anticipated route.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Brightline announced a series of Black Friday and Thanksgiving deals for travel between Orlando and South Florida starting at $39. 

The high speed rail announced last week a Black Friday sale that calls for $59 one-way SMART fares for adults and 50% off fares for kids. This deal only applies to travel between Orlando and South Florida through February 2024 and must be booked by Nov. 27. 

There's also a deal for travel between Orlando and West Palm Beach: an additional 50% off reduced fares for travel through Thursday, Nov. 16. 

MORE: Brightline pet policy: Can you bring your dog or cat on the high speed train, and how much does it cost?

Brightline Orlando: Why take train vs driving?

Many travelers have been asking why they should take a Brightline train to South Florida from Orlando instead of driving or flying. FOX 35 spoke to a Brightline spokesperson who explained the benefits of traveling on the higher-speed train.

If you plan to travel on Thanksgiving, Brightline also reduced prices to $39 SMART fares for adults and $19 for kids. 

SMART fare prices range from $79 to $119, depending on the date and time of travel. 

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