Brightline's Miami-to-Orlando train: Best tweets, Instagrams, video, photos from first trips
In a historic moment for Florida's transportation landscape, Brightline's inaugural train embarked on its journey from Miami to Orlando International Airport on Sept. 22, 2023, marking a significant milestone in the state's rail infrastructure.
As the sleek high-speed Brightline train glided through the picturesque landscapes of the Sunshine State, social-media platforms erupted with excitement and awe. Passengers and onlookers alike took to their smartphones to document the journey, sharing breathtaking views, onboard amenities and their overall experiences. This electrifying debut of the Miami-to-Orlando route, documented in real-time on social media, promises to redefine convenience and connectivity for Floridians, ushering in a new era of regional travel.
Here's what to know before you go: Brightline trains' historic route from South Florida to Orlando.
Social media reactions to Brightline train to Orlando/Miami
Just east of Orlando Brightline is booking — but are we hitting 125 miles per hour?? pic.twitter.com/IeAp7ETvKP
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
Brightline train crash, kills pedestrian on day it began service to Orlando from South Florida
Brightline train leaves South Florida for Orlando
Brightline train leaves Treasure Coast and enters Brevard County #Brightline @lalemmon @TCPalm pic.twitter.com/BT7uYtU6fd
— Nick Slater (@slaternick24) September 22, 2023
Ok, the Brightline Orlando to Miami leg has begun … the train has left the station. pic.twitter.com/mYSyvlMQgB
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
I didn’t know about the bright line before #brightline pic.twitter.com/mBTfpRrHMt
— SRC7 (@TheRealSanti7) September 18, 2023
First Brightline train arrives in Orlando from Miami/South Florida
Palm Beach Post reporter's experience on Brightline's train from West Palm Beach to Orlando
Hi there! North County Reporter Maya Washburn @mayalaneyy here taking the Brightline train from West Palm Beach to Orlando and back this afternoon. The train left the WPB station at a swift 82 mph at 2:03 p.m. Follow along for live updates!
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
Passengers expressed disappointed over black stickers covering all of the windows of the train. pic.twitter.com/LliUAmTWIk
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
Arthur Friedman refers to himself as a “train enthusiast.” He rides trains any chance he gets with Bonnie, his wife of 58 years. The pair beam with smiles as they ride Brightline on its inaugural trip up to Orlando. pic.twitter.com/XQ2d6UdNe2
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
Passengers expressed disappointed over black stickers covering all of the windows of the train. pic.twitter.com/LliUAmTWIk
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
Paul Barter (left) and Noah Gershoff (right) are two train enthusiasts who happened to be have seats next to each other. pic.twitter.com/qslLfqSxAA
— The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) September 22, 2023
All you need to know about Brightline: Tickets; schedule; stations in Florida
The long-awaited, passenger train route to Orlando's entertainment capital became reality on Sept. 22, 2023, when the first Brightline train carrying passengers departed Miami at sunrise and arrived at the Orlando International Airport station. Going forward, Brightline's rail service will run 16 daily trips between South and Central Florida.
Brightline trains continue to provide commuter service for South Florida, from West Palm Beach to Miami daily.
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Brightline to Orlando: Best social media reactions on first train ride
