Miami, Amtrak and Chicago

48 hours aboard Amtrak’s new direct train from Chicago to Miami
The Sun-Times sent a reporter and photographer on the first run of the Floridian from Chicago to Miami — on one condition. We have to ride the whole way in coach.
New 'Floridian' Amtrak train heads to Miami from Chicago in 47-hour journey
Amtrak completed its inaugural trip on a temporary new route connecting Chicago, Illinois, and Miami, Florida.The Floridian train combines two existing routes, the Capitol Limited and Silver Star, embarking on a more than 40-hour journey.
Amtrak Launches 47-Hour Train From Chicago to Miami
Amtrak's newest line aims to offer passengers a comfortable journey from Midwest all the way to the beaches of Miami.
Amtrak 'Floridian' route between Chicago, Miami now open with multiple stops, including Pittsburgh
The more than 40 hours journey has multiple stops, including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa
What it’s like to ride Amtrak from Chicago to Miami
Amtrak’s first train from Chicago to Miami left the station on Sunday and arrived on Tuesday. Last month, Amtrak announced it would be launching its new Floridian line, a rail service between Chicago and Miami. Its inaugural run began on Sunday, Nov. 10.
Amtrak begins Chicago-to-Miami service Sunday
For a limited time, Amtrak passengers can take trains directly from Chicago to Miami on the agency’s new “Floridian” line.
Amtrak Launches New Chicago-to-Miami Route as Rail Travel Gains Momentum
On Sunday, November 10, Amtrak’s newest long-distance train route made its inaugural departure. In September, the U.S. railroad company announced it would temporarily resurrect the long-retired "Flori
Amtrak's Floridian is back after 45 years — but not through Nashville
The Floridian ran from Chicago through Nashville to Miami, but it ended in 1979. Amtrak is bringing it temporarily back but ...
Riding Amtrak overnight? Here’s what you should know
On overnight routes, many trains have a dining car available for sleeping car passengers that’s included in the fare. Amtrak ...
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Floridian debuts with delays; offers major coach travel discounts: Analysis
On Sunday, Nov. 10, the first “official” Floridians departed from Chicago and Miami, ushering in some noteworthy — if not all ...