Is Amtrak’s Floridian service making a comeback? You could say that! Amtrak has recently unveiled a new train route linking Miami and Chicago for a limited time.
The route will take on the same name, The Floridian, and will make stops in major cities like Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Washington, D.C., Pittsburgh and Cleveland along the way. See the map below:
To make the trip possible, the transit service is combining its existing Capitol Limited and Silver Star lines, which have been affected by the upcoming East River Tunnel Rehabilitation Project in NYC. This is unlike the former Floridian route, which once connected the two cities before it was discontinued in 1979.
Travelers will be able to ride between Miami and Chicago on the new Floridian for a whopping 47 hours when it launches in the fall. It’s set to make its first trip on November 10.
Customers opting for an affordable trip can select coach class, with reclining seats, ample leg room, no middle seat and windows to take in the views. For an elevated experience, riders can upgrade to first class and enjoy several private room options, complimentary lounge access, chef-prepared meals, priority boarding and other perks.
While travel may last two days, it’s nice to know there’s another option to get from Miami to Chicago and back! More information and tickets are available on Amtrak’s website.