Miami-Dade plans $927M commuter rail linking Aventura, Wynwood, Little Haiti to Downtown

Aventura residents could soon ride a new commuter rail directly to Downtown Miami, using the existing West Aventura Brightline station as a key stop.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Miami-Dade County is planning a $927 million project to add several new stations and expand commuter rail service, which could cut thousands of daily car trips and reshape how locals commute and access jobs, school, and shopping by 2032.

Why it matters

The new commuter rail line would provide a more efficient and sustainable transportation option for Aventura residents, potentially reducing traffic congestion and improving access to employment, education, and other key destinations in the region.

The details

The $927 million project would add new stations in Wynwood, Little Haiti, and other areas, connecting them to the existing West Aventura Brightline station. The goal is to have the new commuter rail line completed by 2032, which could significantly reduce the number of daily car trips in the area.

  • Miami-Dade County is planning the $927 million commuter rail project.
  • The new commuter rail line is aiming for completion by 2032.

The players

Miami-Dade County

The local government entity responsible for overseeing the $927 million commuter rail project.

Brightline

The existing high-speed rail service that has a station in West Aventura, which will serve as a key stop for the new commuter rail line.

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What’s next

The project is still in the planning stages, and officials will need to secure funding and complete the necessary approvals before construction can begin.

The takeaway

The proposed commuter rail line has the potential to significantly transform transportation and commuting patterns in Aventura and the surrounding region, providing residents with a more efficient and sustainable way to access jobs, education, and other key destinations.