FL → FL · about 261 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Palatka train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Palatka. The fastest takes 6 hours 42 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:45 AM and the last at 11:43 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 6h 42m
- First train
- 7:45 AM
- Last train
- 11:43 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station and arrives at Palatka Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM | 2:27 PM | 6h 42m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 11:43 AM | 8:40 PM | 8h 57m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Palatka The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Lauderdale
Where the train stops in Palatka
- Palatka Amtrak Map of Palatka Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Palatka to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Lauderdale to Palatka?
The fastest direct train takes 6 hours 42 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 42 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Lauderdale to Palatka?
The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM (Daily except Sat) and the last at 11:43 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Palatka?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Lauderdale?
Trains to Palatka leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.