Deerfield Beach station facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Deerfield Beach, FL
Deerfield Beach station in March 2008
Location	1300 West Hillsboro Boulevard Deerfield Beach, Florida United States
Coordinates	26°19′01″N 80°7′20″W / 26.31694°N 80.12222°W / 26.31694; -80.12222
Owned by	State of Florida
Line(s)	South Florida Rail Corridor
Platforms	2 side platforms
Tracks	2
Connections	Broward County Transit: 48 SFRTA Shuttle: DB 1, DB 2, Deerfield Beach Express I
Other information
Station code	Amtrak: DFB
Fare zone	3 (Tri-Rail)
History
Opened	1926
Rebuilt	1990, 2010
Traffic
Passengers (FY2019)	21,066 (Amtrak)
Services
Preceding station Amtrak Following station Fort Lauderdale toward St. Petersburg or Miami Floridian Delray Beach toward Chicago Fort Lauderdale toward Miami Silver Meteor Delray Beach toward New York Preceding station Tri-Rail Following station Pompano Beach toward Miami Airport Tri-Rail Boca Raton toward Mangonia Park
Former services Lua error in Module:Adjacent_stations at line 236: Unknown line "Floridian (1971–1979)".
Old Seaboard Air Line Railway Station
U.S. National Register of Historic Places
Location	Deerfield Beach, Florida
Architect	Gustav Maass
Architectural style	Mediterranean Revival
NRHP reference No.	90000597
Added to NRHP	5 April 1990

The Deerfield Beach station is a busy train stop in Deerfield Beach, Florida. It serves two types of trains: Amtrak for long trips and Tri-Rail for daily commutes. This historic building is also recognized as the Old Deerfield Beach Seaboard Air Line Railway Station. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places because of its special history.

What the Station Looks Like

The Deerfield Beach station has two main areas where people wait for trains. These are called side platforms. There are parking lots on both sides of the station.

Getting Around the Station

Buses stop at a special loop on the west side. This is where you can catch a bus after your train ride. The main station building is next to the platform for northbound trains. A safe walkway at the north end lets people cross between the two platforms.

A Look at the Station's History

The Deerfield Beach station has a long and interesting past. It was built almost 100 years ago.

When the Station Was Built

The station was first built in 1926. The Seaboard Air Line Railroad constructed it. You can find it at 1300 West Hillsboro Boulevard. This spot is just east of North Military Trail.

Unique Building Style

The station has a beautiful design called Mediterranean Revival architecture. This style is known for its arched doorways and stucco walls. It also features a roof made of barrel-shaped tiles. Two other stations, the Delray Beach Seaboard station and the Homestead Seaboard station, share this same cool design.

The station in February 1974, showing its classic design.

A Historic Landmark

Because of its special design and history, the station was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This happened on April 5, 1990. This listing helps protect important places in the U.S.. The station also serves people from the nearby city of Boca Raton.

The South Florida Railway Museum

Inside the historic Seaboard Air Line Railway Station, you can find the South Florida Railway Museum. This museum is a great place to learn about trains and the history of railways in South Florida. It's a fun spot for anyone interested in how trains helped shape the area.

Recent Updates to the Station

In 2010, the Florida Department of Transportation completed a big project. They restored the historic station. This project cost $380,000. It included many improvements. Workers put on a new roof and fixed up the inside lobby and restrooms. They also repaired the outside walls and installed new air conditioning. These updates help keep the old station looking great and working well for travelers today.