MIA Airport Tri-Rail Station
Apr 2, 2015, 8:55 am
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MIA Airport Tri-Rail Station
Just came across an announcement that the long awaited station is finally about to open as part of the Miami Intermodal Center (MIC). It will connect to the airport by the MIA Mover. I'm not clear if the shuttles between MIA and the Hialeah Tri-Rail station will then be phased out.
I've never used Tri-Rail to the MIA airport yet, but might have a chance to give it a try in a couple of months. If anyone gets to use this new airport station sooner, please share your experiences. Thanks!
I've never used Tri-Rail to the MIA airport yet, but might have a chance to give it a try in a couple of months. If anyone gets to use this new airport station sooner, please share your experiences. Thanks!
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Apr 2, 2015, 10:32 am
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Just came across an announcement that the long awaited station is finally about to open as part of the Miami Intermodal Center (MIC). It will connect to the airport by the MIA Mover. I'm not clear if the shuttles between MIA and the Hialeah Tri-Rail statioin will then be phased out.
I've never used Tri-Rail to the MIA airport yet, but might have a chance to give it a try in a couple of months. If anyone gets to use this new airport station sooner, please share your experiences. Thanks!
I've never used Tri-Rail to the MIA airport yet, but might have a chance to give it a try in a couple of months. If anyone gets to use this new airport station sooner, please share your experiences. Thanks!
Apr 2, 2015, 12:42 pm
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Thank God. This stage was supposed to be completed in 2012. With the Tri Rail going to the Metro Station the bus will no longer will be needed. IIRC you will walk upstairs and take the people mover (although the walk can be a real hike). The Tri Rail is very easy to use. Parking is free at stations. Trains tend not to be crowded except at commuting times. However, no wifi on the trains.
I understand that parking at Tri-Rail stations is indeed free, but limited to 24 hours (at least at the FLL station). If there are stations where the time limit is not imposed (or enforced), I'd love to find out which ones.
Apr 2, 2015, 6:51 pm
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http://www.tri-rail.com/rider-inform...g-information/
Personally, I'm not sure that free parking at a (non-FLL) Tri-Rail station is worth the risk. The main defect of Tri-Rail is that it runs adjacent to I-95. That means that stations are not in the best areas.
Apr 3, 2015, 9:33 am
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The police do patrol the lots particularly at night. I have parked at a number of the lots with no problem. In fact, a couple years ago I parked I think at the Boca station and mistakenly left my back window completely open. However, I would strongly suggest removing any items for the interior of your car and do not leave valuables in the trunk.
Apr 3, 2015, 2:42 pm
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I see your point. I also feel that many remote (paid) parking lots around the MIA have the same issues, and I hesitate leaving my car there for an extended trip.
Apr 3, 2015, 2:47 pm
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The police do patrol the lots particularly at night. I have parked at a number of the lots with no problem. In fact, a couple years ago I parked I think at the Boca station and mistakenly left my back window completely open. However, I would strongly suggest removing any items for the interior of your car and do not leave valuables in the trunk.
Apr 3, 2015, 6:27 pm
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Different people will have different risk tolerance. I've had my car broken into, although not in an airport parking location. So, I'm pretty gun shy.
Of course, I'm also just a $15 cab ride from FLL. If I lived further away, the prospect of free parking for trips would likely seem more appealing.
Of course, I'm also just a $15 cab ride from FLL. If I lived further away, the prospect of free parking for trips would likely seem more appealing.
Apr 18, 2015, 12:01 pm
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The MIA Airport Tri Rail station is now open. Its quite nice as commuter train stations go. You follow signs to the Miami People Mover on the 3rd floor and then veer right once you get off the tram (rental car center is to the left).
Apr 18, 2015, 12:56 pm
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Is the track/boarding area protected from the elements, or is it exposed to rain, etc?
Apr 18, 2015, 1:34 pm
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I haven't checked out this ride yet, but see some good images posted by Miami Herald:
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/loca...e17452403.html
The station appears to be open-air with roofs over platforms/boarding area.
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/loca...e17452403.html
The station appears to be open-air with roofs over platforms/boarding area.
Apr 20, 2015, 1:39 pm
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I haven't checked out this ride yet, but see some good images posted by Miami Herald:
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/loca...e17452403.html
The station appears to be open-air with roofs over platforms/boarding area.
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/loca...e17452403.html
The station appears to be open-air with roofs over platforms/boarding area.
Apr 24, 2015, 2:19 pm
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The Mover goes every few mins although its a hike, it was a hike to the bus as well
Apr 24, 2015, 5:34 pm
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Renting at FLL would make it much easier to avoid tolls. Also if you're taking TriRail, you'll have better access to off-airport locations. Enterprise could even pick you up from a train station, if it's within 3-5 miles from the rental office.