
Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise
Traveler rating
1.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise worth booking?
Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise is a 11-hour experience in Orlando, United States, from $239 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 1/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- 1/5 (1)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $239 per person
Your day begins at the Orlando Brightline station, where you will board a high-speed train heading south. Departing from Orlando Airport, the train takes you directly to the heart of Downtown Miami. Upon arrival, a short walk leads to Bayside Marketplace Mall, where you’ll embark on a scenic Biscayne Bay cruise with breathtaking views of the city skyline, luxurious waterfront mansions, and iconic landmarks, including the celebrity homes of Star Island. In the afternoon, choose between riding an open-top bus for a narrated city tour through Miami’s highlights, such as Wynwood’s street art and the vibrant Cuban culture of Little Havana, or taking a boat taxi to South Beach for a relaxing experience. Stroll the sandy shores, explore Ocean Drive, or enjoy local flavors at beachfront restaurants. Let us arrange the tickets you need to have a great independent day out. In the early evening, board the train back to Orlando and enjoy the stress-free convenience of this unforgettable trip.
What you get
About this experience
Your day begins at the Orlando Brightline station, where you will board a high-speed train heading south. Departing from Orlando Airport, the train takes you directly to the heart of Downtown Miami. Upon arrival, a short walk leads to Bayside Marketplace Mall, where you’ll embark on a scenic Biscayne Bay cruise with breathtaking views of the city skyline, luxurious waterfront mansions, and iconic landmarks, including the celebrity homes of Star Island. In the afternoon, choose between riding an open-top bus for a narrated city tour through Miami’s highlights, such as Wynwood’s street art and the vibrant Cuban culture of Little Havana, or taking a boat taxi to South Beach for a relaxing experience. Stroll the sandy shores, explore Ocean Drive, or enjoy local flavors at beachfront restaurants. Let us arrange the tickets you need to have a great independent day out. In the early evening, board the train back to Orlando and enjoy the stress-free convenience of this unforgettable trip.
What's included
Included
- Open Top Bus Ride (if option chosen)
- Free time to enjoy Miami
- Boat Cruise through Miami Star Islands
- Roundtrip Water Taxi - Bayside to South Beach (if option chosen)
- Roundtrip high speed train from Orlando Airport to Miami Central
Not included
- Transportation to departure point
- Guide throughout day
- Any transport not noted
- Either Open Top Bus or Water Taxi (dependent on option purchased 1 will be included)
What you'll see and do
Bayside Marketplace
Time to explore Bayside Marketplace mall, just a 15 minute walk away from the train station. From here you will be able to ride the cruise around the Star Island homes as well as take the water taxi over to South Beach Miami. At Bayside Mall there is lots of shops and restaurants, often live music. It is on right on the waterfront in Downtown Miami.
120 minutes here
South Miami
Ride the water taxi from Bayside Miami over to South Beach - you will have a few hours free time to explore the art deco district independently. Whether you want to relax on the white sands of Miami Beach, or walk the museums and art galleries of Lincoln Road the choice it yours. Roundtrip water taxis tickets from Bayside to South Beach are included in this package.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Orlando
Use your tickets to enter the platform and board the train. Terminal C, Orlando International Airport.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Use your tickets to enter the platform and board the train. Terminal C, Orlando International Airport.
Options you can book
Day Trip with Boat & Bus Tour
Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Ticket: Self-guided day trip includes a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket that can be used to take in the key sights around Miami. Millionaire's Row Boat Cruise: 90-minute boat tour offers views of Biscayne Bay, Miami's skyline, Port of Miami, Fisher Island, and Celebrity Mansions.
Water Taxi Beach Transfer
Free time South Beach Area Boat Ride - Water Taxi
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line of Orlando
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
directions should have been better
Got to Miami and was not able to find the Boat cruise or Bus tour had to pay additional to get on an earlier train back to Orlando. So upset not an enjoyable birthday experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear that your day in Miami did not go as planned, particularly as you were celebrating your birthday. We understand how disappointing it must have been to arrive in Miami and have difficulty locating the Hop-on Hop-off Bus and Boat Cruise. As this experience combines several different elements — Brightline train travel, the Hop-on Hop-off Bus and the Boat Cruise — the travel documents provided include multiple vouchers, along with individual attraction information and step-by-step instructions for locating the bus and cruise departure points once in Miami. Our Gray Line Orlando team also remains available throughout the day should guests need assistance while traveling. If you are experiencing difficulty locating any of the services included with your tour, we are always happy to help with directions or additional information so that you can continue with your planned experience. That said, we certainly appreciate your feedback and will review how the instructions and individual vouchers are presented to see whether we can make them even clearer and easier for guests to navigate. When a day includes several separate experiences, we recognize that having multiple documents can feel overwhelming, particularly when visiting an unfamiliar city. We are genuinely sorry that you were unable to enjoy the full experience you had planned and that your birthday day trip ended earlier than expected. Thank you again for bringing your experience to our attention, as feedback such as this helps us continue to review and improve the information we provide to our guests.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gray Line of Orlando, who run 24 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Orlando.
How much does Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $239 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Orlando usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Orlando is not rushed.
Is Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (1/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Orlando, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Orlando can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Orlando and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Orlando within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Orlando?
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Orlando is a park town with a wetland wrapped around it. Multi-day theme park tickets and skip-ahead passes dominate, but the highest-satisfaction days are often the ones nobody plans: airboat runs on the St. Johns, manatee swims at Crystal River, and Kennedy Space Center on a launch day. We rank on wait-time value and how honestly an operator describes what is included. On Outty we rank every Orlando experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Escape Game Orlando: Epic 60-Minute Adventures on I-Drive, Kennedy Space Center with Transport from Orlando and Kissimmee, 2 HR Interactive Walking Ghost Tour in Downtown Orlando. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Orlando?
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January to April, before the humidity and the afternoon thunderstorms settle in. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Orlando?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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Included: Open Top Bus Ride (if option chosen); Free time to enjoy Miami; Boat Cruise through Miami Star Islands; Roundtrip Water Taxi - Bayside to South Beach (if option chosen); and Roundtrip high speed train from Orlando Airport to Miami Central. Not included: Transportation to departure point; Guide throughout day; Any transport not noted; and Either Open Top Bus or Water Taxi (dependent on option purchased 1 will be included). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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Use your tickets to enter the platform and board the train. Terminal C, Orlando International Airport. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Orlando. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What booking options are available for Orlando to Miami Day Trip by Train with Bus Tour & Boat Cruise?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Day Trip with Boat & Bus Tour, Water Taxi Beach Transfer. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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