Tri-Rail to begin testing trains to downtown Miami

MIAMI — Starting Monday, Tri-Rail trains will begin test runs on Florida East Coast tracks in Miami also used by Brightline and freight trains.

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority has received approval from the FEC to test equipment and train personnel on the tracks in preparation for the anticipated start of Tri-Rail service directly into downtown Miami. Tri-Rail trains currently operate on CSX tracks, which include freight…