Brightline Fast Tracks Fans to Big Race

Credit: Brightline

(Press Release) MIAMI (April 22, 2025) – Brightline, seamlessly connecting travelers to top destinations and major events between Orlando and South Florida, is partnering with Hard Rock Stadium for fan-friendly transportation options to the 2025 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix, happening May 2 – 4 at Hard Rock Stadium. Brightline Aventura Station will serve as the designated east pick-up and drop-off location for the highly anticipated race.  

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Fans traveling from Central and South Florida can catch a ride to the race without the hassle of driving and enjoy a weekend of high-speed racing, locally inspired menus, world-class hospitality and more. 
  
"Last year, nearly 15,000 fans traveled from our Aventura station to the race at Hard Rock Stadium because it’s easier and more convenient," shared Barbara Drahl, SVP of Marketing & Commercial Strategy at Brightline. "Only Brightline can offer racegoers this unparalleled experience with simple train-to-track shuttles, amenities and fun activations to get your experience started the moment you set foot in the train station." 
  
Fans can book Brightline from Orlando, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Miami to the Aventura Station, where a complimentary Hard Rock Stadium Connect shuttle will take them to and from the event at Hard Rock Stadium. Look for train times labeled with the Hard Rock Connect icons for complimentary shuttles to and from the Big Race. 
 
Brightline will arrive and depart from the Aventura Brightline Station every hour throughout the weekend. Shuttles depart the Aventura Station 10 minutes after trains arrive and return from the stadium one hour before departing trains. The dedicated stadium drop-off/pick-up area will be at Lot 16 near the Gate 3 Pedestrian Bridge. 
 
RACE WEEK HARD ROCK STADIUM CONNECT SCHEDULE 
·         FRIDAY, MAY 2 
·         Arrivals: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm 
Departures: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm 
·         SATURDAY, MAY 3 
·         Arrivals: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Departures: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm 
·         SUNDAY, MAY 4 
·         Arrivals: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Departures: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm 
Shuttle Drop-Off and Pick-Up 
·         Departures: 10 minutes after every train arrival 
·         Pickups: depart the stadium 1 hour before your train time 
·         Location: Hard Rock Stadium’s Lot 16 
 
RACE WEEKEND ACTIVATIONS AT AVENTURA STATION 
Throughout race weekend, Brightline Aventura station will have special tastings and food pairings, offer guests race day swag, and more. For those traveling out of MiamiCentral, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, a specialty race day cocktail will be available at the signature Mary Mary bar. Guests who book PREMIUM can indulge in complimentary food and beverages including select cocktails and alcoholic beverages available in the PREMIUM lounge and onboard. 
 
Complimentary Hard Rock Stadium Connect shuttle to and from Hard Rock Stadium is available for guests with train tickets, parking passes, or arriving via preferred rideshare options. For more information about Brightline and its service during race weekend, and to book tickets, visit The Big Race | Brightline City Guide. 
 
Brightline Rewards 
Brightline, America’s only modern intercity passenger rail service announced its first-ever loyalty program, Brightline Rewards. The program is Brightline’s latest effort to deliver a guest-first experience by recognizing and rewarding guests for every trip they take and every dollar they spend.  Brightline Rewards will start with an introductory triple-point bonus on all qualifying purchases for rides booked and taken by June 3, 2025.  Triple points allow guests to earn 15 points for every dollar spent instead of the standard five points. Brightline Rewards | Loyalty Program .  ​