If you're considering a move to Winter Park but still need to be in Downtown Orlando for work, this is usually one of the first practical questions that comes up. Here's a straightforward look at what the commute actually looks like, both by car and by rail. The Short Answer By car, Winter Park to Downtown Orlando typically runs 15 to 25 minutes depending on your exact starting point, route, and time of day. By SunRail, the trip from the Winter Park/Amtrak station to the LYNX