Boca Raton to West Palm Beach commute cost: driving vs Tri-Rail

Tri-Rail from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach is 3 zones, $6 one way (fares effective Oct 1, 2026), or $121.00 a month for a 21-workday commute. Driving the ~23.8 miles costs $759.70 a month at the IRS rate or $159.18 for gas alone (verified Oct 23, 2026).

Last updated Oct 23, 2026 · Last verified Oct 23, 2026

What does the Boca Raton to West Palm Beach commute cost per day, month and year?

21 workdays a month, 25 MPG and $0 tolls/parking are assumptions. Use the calculator below for your numbers.

What does Brightline cost from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach?

Brightline does not publish a South Florida pass for this route. For single tickets, check current prices on Brightline's site.

How much is Tri-Rail from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach?

$6 one way and $12 round trip (3 zones traveled, counting both end zones), or $121 for a monthly pass, under fares effective October 1, 2026.

How much does it cost to drive from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach?

About 23.8 miles each way station to station. At the IRS 76¢ rate that is $36.18 a day round trip; gas alone at 25 MPG and $3.981/gal is $7.58 a day, before tolls and parking.

Is it cheaper to take the train or drive from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach?

For 21 workdays a month, Tri-Rail costs $121.00 versus $159.18 for gas alone and $759.70 at the IRS full-cost rate, so Tri-Rail is cheaper before tolls and parking.

Where do I park for Tri-Rail?

Parking at both Tri-Rail stations is free (no 24-hour parking).

Can I change the numbers?

3 zones traveled: $6 one way

Defaults: 21 workdays a month and 25 MPG are our assumptions; change them. Gas is EIA's Florida average for the week of Oct 19, 2026. Tolls default to $0 because Turnpike and I-95 Express tolls vary by route and time: enter yours from the Turnpike or 95 Express. See AAA for today's pump prices.

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