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Brightline introduces 3 new passes for frequent rail travelers

Oct. 18, 2023
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After doubling service between Miami and Orlando on Oct. 9, Brightline introduced three new passes for frequent travel across its South Florida stations in Orlando, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Aventura and Miami.

The cost of the pass is divided by the total number of rides. Brightline's All-Station Share Pass is available for purchase starting at $1,199 for rides for 90 days, along with two cheaper monthly passes for $399 and $229.

Deal basics

Brightline pass chart
BRIGHTLINE

Train: Brightline
Routes: From Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Aventura and Boca Raton, Florida, to Orlando International Airport (MCO), depending on the pass
How to book: Online through Brightline or the Brightline app
Travel dates: Tickets are available to book travel one year in advance

All-Station Shared Pass ($1,199)

The All-Station Shared Pass is designed for repeat travel between Orlando and Brightline's other stations. It eliminates peak fares and starts at $1,199 for Smart fares. You can use the pass for 12 rides across a 90-day period, making each ride roughly $99. The pass ensures consistent fare rates without blackout dates and can be shared among friends and family.

"The All-Station Shared Pass is designed for guests who plan to travel frequently between South Florida and Orlando and want ultimate flexibility to book trips on demand with consistent fare rates and no unexpected fees or blackout dates," Barbara Drahl, senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy at Brightline, said in a statement. "The pass can be shared to book rides for friends, family and colleagues, putting guests in control to embark on adventures, business meetings, and cherished family getaways with ease."

SoFlo Solo Pass ($399)

One of two monthly passes, the SoFlo Solo Pass, starts at $399 for economy service. The pass gets you 40 rides across 30 days, with fares starting at $10 per ride without blackout dates for travel between all South Florida stations, excluding Orlando. SoFlo Solo Passes can be auto-renewed monthly at a 5% discount and include food and beverage discounts on board.

SoFlo Shared Pass ($229)

The cheapest monthly pass option for travel between all South Florida stations, excluding Orlando, is the SoFlo Shared Pass, which starts at $229 for economy fares and also includes predictable pricing. Passes can be used for 12 rides in 30 days at $19 per ride.

Rides pricing

Regular pricing for Brightline rides starts at $79 for adults and $39 for children for Smart fares, while Premium fares, which include first-class seats, lounge access and free snacks and drinks in a reserved trail car, start at $149.

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All fares include complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, leather seats and multiple power and USB outlets.

Maximize your purchase

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  • American Express® Green Card: 3 points per dollar spent on travel

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Bottom line

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These passes are an opportunity for frequent Brightline travelers to save some money. Depending on the pass you choose and how frequently you use Brightline, you could save between $10 and $99 per ride.

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