The station serves the SunRail commuter rail line, and it is also the main transfer center for LYNX, Orlando's public bus system.

In addition to serving as a transfer center, LYNX Central serves the northern end of Downtown Orlando, including the Creative Village neighborhood, the Orange County Courthouse, the Middle District of Florida courthouse, the FAMU College of Law,[7] UCF Downtown, and the Bob Carr Theater.

[3] The terminal's distinctive wave-shaped canopies are 60 feet (18 m) tall and are accented with colored lights at night.

[3] The canopies were designed to prevent buildup of diesel exhaust fumes in the station by naturally cycling in fresher air.

[5] A $200 million transit-oriented development adjacent to the station was announced shortly after SunRail construction commenced.