Explore Orlando’s Iconic Train Rides & Attractions
From theme park adventures to commuter rail, Orlando’s trains offer stylish journeys across the city—including the historic Winter Park Station.
While the golden age of rail travel may seem past, Orlando’s trains continue to steam ahead, powering world‑class theme parks, attractions, and daily commutes. All services prioritize your safety with upgraded health and sanitization protocols, ensuring a clean, comfortable experience for every traveler. Put on your engineer’s cap and step aboard some of the city’s most iconic trains!
Please note: Depending on the timing of your visit, some experiences may be temporarily modified or closed. Learn more about healthy travel and what’s open in Orlando, and check with your favorite attractions and businesses for their current status.
Train Rides & Experiences at Orlando Theme Parks
Train enthusiasts can ride across Orlando’s flagship theme parks—including Walt Disney World®, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld® Orlando, and LEGOLAND® Florida Resort.
Walt Disney World® Resort
The Walt Disney World Railroad, located inside Magic Kingdom® Park, offers a 20‑minute, vintage steam‑powered tour that stops in Fantasyland, Frontierland, and Main Street, U.S.A. Visitors can also experience high‑speed thrills on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.
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At Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, the Wildlife Express Train at Rafiki’s Planet Watch provides a 7‑minute backstage look at elephant, rhinoceros, and other wildlife facilities.
Universal Orlando Resort
Hop aboard the Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando’s The Wizarding World of Harry Potter®. The iconic train connects King’s Cross Station in Diagon Alley® (Universal Studios Florida) to Hogsmeade Station (Universal’s Islands of Adventure), traversing a realistic British countryside and offering fans a unique journey between the two parks.
SeaWorld® Orlando
SeaWorld’s Sesame Street Land® features Elmo’s Choo‑Choo Train, a charming ride for younger guests that brings the beloved children’s‑TV neighborhood to life.
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LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
DUPLO® Valley’s DUPLO Train is designed for toddlers, offering a scenic trip through farm, campground, and fishing‑spot landscapes. Children must be at least 34 inches tall to ride independently.
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Train Rides & Experiences Throughout Orlando
Beyond theme parks, Orlando’s rail options extend into its bustling tourism districts, offering unique experiences for all ages.
ICON Park®
ICON Park’s Pearl Express Train departs from the park’s central courtyard and loops around International Drive, giving guests a quick, family‑friendly tour of the entertainment, dining, and shopping hub.
Gatorland
The Gatorland Express Railroad is a separate‑ticketed attraction that provides unlimited rides during your visit. A 20‑minute loop passes the Alligator Breeding Marsh and other signature exhibits.
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SunRail and Amtrak
Amtrak’s historic downtown Orlando station, built in 1926, serves long‑distance travelers. From there, SunRail’s commuter service runs from Poinciana in the south—near Walt Disney World—to DeBary in the north, offering a 30‑minute ride to downtown Orlando. SunRail operates Monday through Friday (with weekend variations); check their website for the latest schedule.
Central Florida Railroad Museum
Located in Winter Garden, the museum—housed in the former Tavares and Gulf Rail Company building—celebrates Central Florida’s railway heritage with photographs, artifacts, and exhibits, including a caboose, a velocipede handcar, and a 1938 Fairmont motorcar. Though no rides are offered, the museum is a must‑visit for rail enthusiasts.
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