Brightline and Walt Disney World Resort announced on Monday (the 23rd) that they have reached an agreement to build a train station at Disney Springs.
The Brightline station will add a new travel option between Walt Disney World and Orlando International Airport.
It will also connect passengers from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, as well as planned stations in Aventura, Boca Raton, and Port Miami, Brightline officials said.
Brightline's expansion from West Palm Beach to Orlando International Airport is scheduled to be completed in 2022.
The agreement with Disney is still contingent on the railroad company obtaining government approvals.
It is unclear when construction on the project is scheduled to begin.
“Brightline will offer a ‘car-free’ connection to the millions of visitors from across the state and around the world who plan to include the Walt Disney World Resort in their vacation plans,” said Patrick Goddard, president of Brightline. “Our mission has always been to connect our guests to the people and places that matter, and the Walt Disney World Resort is a tremendous example of that.”
“We are excited to work with Brightline as they explore the potential development of a train station at Walt Disney World Resort, a project that would support our local economy and offer a bold and innovative transportation solution for our community and guests,” said Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort.
In 2018, Brightline was granted the right to enter into lease agreements with the Florida Department of Transportation and the Central Florida Expressway Authority to connect Orlando International Airport and Tampa.
No route has been selected for the extension to Tampa.