Travel Smarter with RedCoach: Surpassing the Brightline Experience
RedCoach vs Brightline
| Feature | RedCoach | Brightline |
|---|---|---|
| Florida destinations | ✓ 17 stops: Miami, Orlando, Orlando UCF, Kissimmee, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, West Palm Beach, Fort Pierce, Gainesville, Ocala, Tallahassee Downtown and Tallahassee FSU | Six stations: Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and Orlando |
| Checked baggage included | ✓ Two bags up to 50 lb each, on every fare | None on SMART, one standard bag on PREMIUM |
| Checked bag fee | ✓ $0 | $30 standard, $60 large or 51 to 70 lb, on SMART |
| Stations where you cannot check a bag | ✓ None | Boca Raton and Aventura |
| Carry-on | One carry-on plus a personal item | ✓ Two carry-ons plus a personal item |
| Seat width | ✓ 21 in First Class, 18 in Business, 16 in Premium Economy | ✓ 21 inches in Premium class and 19 inches in Smart class |
| Seat recline | ✓ 140 degrees in First and Business | Seats do not recline |
| Power and Wi-Fi | ✓ 110V outlet at every seat and free 5G Wi-Fi in every class | ✓ Power and Wi-Fi included |
| Group travel | ✓ Up to 25% off on three or more tickets | Group rates on request |
| Cancellations | ✓ Full ticket value back as a travel voucher up to 3 hours before departure | Varies by fare type |
| Starting fare | ✓ From $24 | From $35 for promotional SMART Saver tickets, from $55 for standard tickets |
Choose RedCoach if you are traveling anywhere off the Brightline corridor, you are checking bags, you are moving a family, or you are heading to campus at UF or FSU.
Choose Brightline if you are going between two of their six stations and the fastest possible trip is what matters.
Discover the RedCoach advantage: Your best choice over Brightline!
Flexibility that sets us apart
At RedCoach, flexibility is key. We don’t charge for changes and cancellations, unlike Brightline. Say bye to extra fees.
Space to breathe, room to relax
Enjoy spacious travel with RedCoach. Revel in roomy comfort unlike other services. Stretch out and relax!
Price that pleases
Who said luxury had to break the bank? RedCoach blends spaciousness with affordability for accessible, fancy travel.
Seats that Speak Volumes
Each seat is a haven of comfort. With more legroom, adjustable settings, and premium materials, it’s not just a seat – it’s your personal space. Say goodbye to uncomfortable elbow battles and confined legs; step into the world of Redcoach.
Affordable trips for you
Discounts to beat Brightline prices!
Frequently asked questions
Does Brightline go to Tampa, Gainesville or Tallahassee?
No. Brightline serves six stations: Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and Orlando. RedCoach has 17 Florida stops, including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, Gainesville, Ocala, Kissimmee, Orlando UCF and Tallahassee. For most Florida trips the train does not go there and RedCoach does.
Is RedCoach cheaper than Brightline?
RedCoach fares start at $24 and include two checked bags. Brightline’s SMART fare charges $30 for a standard checked bag and $60 for a large or overweight one, and does not check bags at all at Boca Raton or Aventura. For a family of four checking one bag each, that is $120 in fees on top of the fare, versus $0 on RedCoach.
How many bags are included with a RedCoach ticket?
Two checked bags up to 50 pounds each, plus a carry-on, on every fare and in every class. There is no station in our network where checked baggage is unavailable, and there is no fee for the second bag.
Is Brightline faster than RedCoach?
On the corridor it runs, yes. Brightline covers Miami to Orlando in about three hours nonstop against roughly four on RedCoach. That hour only exists between two of their six stations. Anywhere else in Florida the comparison is not speed, it is whether the trip is possible at all.
What is RedCoach’s cancellation policy?
Cancel up to 3 hours before departure and you get the full value of your ticket back as a travel voucher, excluding fees, good on any future RedCoach trip. Date and time changes are free online, or $6 by phone or SMS. There is no sliding scale and no percentage deducted.
Can I take RedCoach to UF or FSU?
Yes. RedCoach serves Gainesville for the University of Florida and Tallahassee for Florida State, along with Ocala and Fort Pierce. Neither campus is on the Brightline network. Students save 10% with a valid student ID, and both checked bags are included, which matters at move-in and move-out.