Is America’s newest “high speed” train really THAT Good? $149 Brightline Premium Class Orlando-Miami

America's got a new "high speed" train, and it's actually pretty great. Brightline now runs from Orlando all the way down to Miami. What's it like to take the train instead of driving or flying? How does it compare with Amtrak or the Acela? Let's find out!

I paid $149 for the Premium class ticket from Orlando to Miami

0:00 Introduction
1:38 Brightline Station in Orlando
2:20 Premium Lounge
3:17 Boarding & Seat
4:44 Journey, WIFI, Meal, Service
7:38 Arrival in Miami & Conclusion

#train #tripreport #brightline

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

The accidents the train had was not because of the grade crossings, it’s because of the drivers going around the crossings and doing illegal things.
It happens with freight trains also

[syrax]

I love the subtle jabs you have with the other content creators lol It’s all out of fun so that’s entertaining. The seats look pretty comfortable. I definitely will miss the Amtrak Amfleet sets… but it’s only a 3 hour train for Brightline ride from start to finish so it should be great. Great vid!

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

On my first ride on Brightline from Orlando, I was really pleased. The trip down was so smooth and the return was a little delayed because there were very severe wind in southern Florida, but they handled it well.

[shechshire]

Bright-line is faster than a plane. That other YouTuber you referenced didn't make a fair comparison & didn't even take direct which is about 3.5 hours. Planes have all kinds of delays & the lines for TSA are huge!

[MattNav]

Great video and it definitely reminded me of how fortunate living in France with proper high speed rail networks at my disposal is. Also loved the subtle jab at Jeb 😅

[davidjackson]

Thank you for the excellent trip report video.

[TinLeadHammer]

It looks like I am not alone, chiding Jeb Brooks' video for bombastic music and fake drama. This channel is more to the point, and I like dry humor. Liked and subscribed.

[viarnay]

The poor train is not dangerous but the stupid people crossing the tracks when they shouldn't be doing it is the real danger..

[gossettcd]

You say killed as if they did it maliciously. It is the drivers who have decided to try and drive around the gates. Might I add the section with the most accidents is the WPB-Fort Lauderale-Miami segment which has a 79mph speed limit, the same as freight.

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

On the train for the first time from Orlando and back, there was a good view from the windows. It was not wrapped or anything.

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

I paid only $39 for smart class because of the November special from Orlando to southern Florida !!

[johnswanson]

Throwing shade at Jeb Brooks I expected, (wouldn't be the first time 😆) but I did not expect to discover that Travelog watches Armchair Urbanist.
As for Brightline I hope they stay successful, it would be fun to try out a train that doesn't feel like either an old city bus, or American Airlines Economy for once.

[georgeharper]

Some of the trains have a whole trainset or individual cars with an advertising wrap that includes the windows that seriously obstructs your view of the passing scenery. You can't find out if the trip you booked will have one of those trainsets.

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

I took the premium on the way back, and at least in West Palm. They don’t have your scan your face or anything. I don’t know why the difference in that station

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

I just travel for the first time on Brightline from Orlando I did not have a premium ticket on the way down so I tried some of the empanadas at the Mary Mary bar, and they were delicious

[Bococha]

Madrid to Barcelona distance is 1/3 longer and price with AVE costs only 10 dollars.

[enjoyslearningandtravel]

Yes, I definitely agree taking brightline is comfortable more than taking an airplane. And. You have usually have a huge security line in Orlando airport, which, of course they have to do that, but the security line for the train., I happen to be the only one waiting in line at that time.

[cooltwittertag]

if you like decent food on high speed traisn, you should try out the ICE

[RoyalCaribbeanCruiseChronicles]

I use it all the time from Orlando to Miami for cruises. I have videos on my channel showing the process. One week in Dec. the price is outrageous so I’m using Red Coach that week 😂. $100 cheaper.

[mrvwbug]

It's not a Brightline video without a "Florida man" reference because of all the grade crossing accidents