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SunRail

DeLand, FL    Kissimmee, FL · 61 mi · Florida DOT / Central Florida CRC

Commuter Rail Florida DOT / Central Florida CRC Weekday peak service

The SunRail connects DeLand, FL and Kissimmee, FL over a 61-mile route operated by Florida DOT / Central Florida CRC, calling at 5 stations across 1 state.

Quick Facts

Operator
Florida DOT / Central Florida CRC
Service type
Commuter Rail
Endpoints
DeLand ↔ Kissimmee
Distance
61 mi
Frequency
Weekday peak service
Stations
5
States served
1 (FL)
Typical fare range
$2 – $7

Route guide

The SunRail is a commuter rail service operated by Florida DOT / Central Florida CRC. Trains run Weekday peak service over 61 miles of mainline track between DeLand and Kissimmee, calling at 5 intermediate and terminal stations across 1 state. For background reading on the corridor, several archival route histories are available alongside the operator's own marketing pages.

What to watch for: Wekiva River basin north of Orlando; downtown Orlando skyline.

History & service notes

Launched in 2014 along the former CSX A Line, SunRail is the only commuter rail service in Florida outside of South Florida’s Tri-Rail. Riders interested in pre-Amtrak operating history of the line can consult classic timetable archives for fuller context.

Equipment

Typical consist on the SunRail includes bombardier bi-level cars, MP36PH-3C and Charger F125 locomotives. Equipment assignments may vary by departure and season; consult the operator for the most current information.

Stops along the route

Stations are listed in geographical order from DeLand to Kissimmee. Times and exact stop sequencing depend on the specific train number and direction; refer to the operator's timetable for departures.

Sample fares & travel times

Approximate one-way fare ranges and travel times for popular city pairs on this route. Fares vary widely by demand, time of booking, and class of service — these figures are reference midpoints suitable for planning, not booking. Click any pair for a fuller trip guide.

FromToDistanceTimeFare
DeLand Sanford 15 mi 28m $8 – $13
Sanford Winter Park 15 mi 28m $8 – $13
Winter Park Orlando 15 mi 28m $8 – $13
Orlando Kissimmee 15 mi 28m $8 – $13
Sanford Kissimmee 46 mi 1h 5m $8 – $13
DeLand Winter Park 31 mi 47m $8 – $13
Winter Park Kissimmee 31 mi 47m $8 – $13
DeLand Orlando 46 mi 1h 5m $8 – $13

Connections & transfers

Major hubs along the route offer cross-platform transfers to other intercity and commuter services. From DeLand, riders can change for connecting trains and intercity buses; the same is true at Kissimmee. The corridor passes through cities including DeLand, Sanford, and Kissimmee, each with its own onward service map. A useful reference for cross-network connections is the consolidated national rail connection guide, updated each timetable change.

Trip planning tip. The SunRail's lowest fares typically appear when booked 14 days or more in advance, and on midweek departures. Same-day "walk-up" fares are usually closer to the upper end of the range shown. Saver and Value buckets sell out first.

Further Reading on the SunRail

  • Riding the SunRail: a first-timer's full-route diary
  • Best window seats and viewing tips along the line