Amtrak has officially ended plans to operate passenger trains at Miami International Airport. The decision follows years of negotiations, costly preparations, and infrastructure upgrades aimed at accommodating Amtrak services. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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Amtrak Ends Plans for Miami Airport Rail Expansion

Amtrak shocked transportation officials by announcing it would never operate at Miami International Airport. Officials had invested millions to prepare the site, but Amtrak cited excessive costs.

Amtrak Focuses on Hialeah Instead of Airport Operations

Rather than expanding to the airport, Amtrak will upgrade its existing Hialeah station. Construction begins in 2025 and is expected to continue through June 2028, improving local infrastructure.

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Amtrak’s sudden withdrawal frustrated leaders who had worked for decades to integrate services at the Miami Intermodal Center (MIC). This transportation hub was designed to connect buses, rail, and car rentals in one location.

Officials spent $5.6 million rebuilding roads and crossings to accommodate Amtrak’s long-distance trains. Despite these efforts, Amtrak decided to keep its southern terminus at Hialeah due to financial concerns.

Transportation leaders emphasized that Amtrak’s decision disrupts the original MIC vision, leaving the new station underutilized. Efforts are now underway to repurpose the empty facility for alternative transportation projects.

Trust members also discussed seeking congressional support to revisit Amtrak’s plans. They believe federal intervention could help restore the MIC’s role as a fully integrated transportation hub.

While Amtrak proceeds with improvements at Hialeah, local officials remain committed to finding solutions for the airport station. Many hope future policies may create opportunities to revive stalled transit projects.

Source, photo: www.miamitodaynews.com

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