Amtrak operates intercity passenger trains in the USA, including long-distance routes plus high-density corridors in the Northeast, Illinois, California, and Pacific Northwest. This page lists the latest Amtrak promotion codes (Amtrak coupon codes), Amtrak deals, and tips for discount Amtrak tickets. Although most discounts are valid for all passengers and may be booked online at Amtrak.com, some Amtrak promotional codes are intended for specific organizations or memberships. Amtrak may require proof of eligibility to use an Amtrak promotion code.

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Standard Amtrak Discounts

These Amtrak discounts apply to all train travel except weekday Acela Express but cannot be combined with most Amtrak promotion codes (coupon codes). Amtrak tickets must be purchased three days in advance for Student Advantage, ISIC, Veterans Advantage, AAA, or NARP fare discounts. Reservations can be made by phone (800-USA-RAIL), online (Amtrak.com), at any staffed station, or any Quik-Trak train ticket machine.

• Student Advantage: Receive an Amtrak student discount of 15% with a Student Advantage card.
  • Click here to save $10 on your Student Advantage card!
• International Student Identity Card: Save 15% with an ISIC card.
  • Click here to purchase an ISIC student discount card for $22!
• Veterans Advantage: Save 15% with a Veterans Advantage card.
• AAA: Save 10% with American Automobile Association membership.
• NARP: Save 10% with National Association of Railroad Passengers membership.
• Children: Kids 2 to 15 years of age ride 50% off the standard adult fare on most trains.
• Seniors: Travelers 62 and over receive a 15% discount on most trains (excludes Auto Train).
• Military: US military personnel, plus their spouses and dependents, receive a 10% discount.
• Disabilities: Disabled passengers, plus one companion, receive a 15% Amtrak ticket discount.

14-Day Advance Purchase Amtrak Fares

Discounts of 25% are available on Northeast Regional train tickets. Reservations must be made at least 14 days prior to travel and apply to coach fares only. For sample Amtrak fares and full terms, see Amtrak.com's promo The Northeast is Going for a Great Price. If booking tickets at Amtrak.com, the fare discount is reflected on the 'Select Departure' page. No Amtrak coupon code (promotion code) is required.

Important Note: You must select the Adult fare type to receive the advance purchase Amtrak ticket discount. If you select any discount fare type (e.g. AAA, Student Advantage, etc.) or enter an Amtrak promotional code or Amtrak coupon code, you'll receive the discount from the full fare instead of the advance purchase fare.

Rail Passes & Multi-Ride Amtrak Tickets

Several Amtrak ticket discounts are available for frequent travel nationwide, within California, and on certain short-distance routes. For a comprehensive guide to Amtrak routes and tips for getting the most value from a rail pass, we recommend USA By Rail.

• USA Rail Passes: 15, 30 & 45-day passes for travel anywhere on Amtrak.
• California Rail Pass: 7 days of rail travel in California during a 21 day period.
• Multi-Ride Amtrak Tickets: Discounts for multiple rides within a single period, including ten-ride tickets, monthly tickets, and other route-specific discounts.

Weekly Amtrak Specials

Discount Amtrak fares (typically 20-25% off) are available each week on Amtrak.com's Weekly Specials. Every Tuesday, a set of discount Amtrak routes/dates are posted. To receive the fare discount, you must make your reservation online at Amtrak.com between Tuesday and Friday. Weekly Amtrak specials often include select trains on the Northeast Corridor, Empire Service, Chicago-area routes, and partial segments of long-distance routes nationwide during non-peak periods (e.g. Fridays and Sundays are always excluded). Weekly special fares are only available one to five weeks in advance, are non-refundable (exchanges permitted), must be booked online at Amtrak.com's Weekly Specials, and cannot be combined with Amtrak promotional codes (Amtrak coupon codes).

Save 50% on a Companion Amtrak Fare for College Campus Visits

High school juniors and seniors visiting a college or university with one parent/guardian are eligible to receive 50% off the companion fare. Register at CampusVisit.com. Once registered, you will receive a special Amtrak student discount link with an Amtrak coupon code to make your reservation online at Amtrak.com.

You must make your reservation at least three (3) days prior to travel and present a student ID to pick-up your Amtrak tickets. This offer is NOT valid on Acela Express, Auto Train, or any travel to Canada. Book by December 13, 2010 and travel by December 31, 2010.

Promotion Codes (Amtrak Coupon Codes)

Most Amtrak promotion codes require a three-day advance purchase; apply to adult, child, and senior fares only; may not be combined with other discounts (e.g. AAA 10% off); exclude Acela Express; and, are subject to blackouts during peak travel periods (2010/2011 Blackout Dates: Nov. 23-24, Nov. 27-29, Dec. 17-23, Dec. 26-30, Jan. 2-3, Feb. 18, Feb. 21, Apr. 22, Apr. 24-25, May 27). Unless otherwise noted, Amtrak promotional codes may be used for reservations online (Amtrak.com), by phone (800-USA-RAIL), at a staffed station, or with a Quik-Trak train ticket machine. However, some Amtrak promotional codes apply only to phone reservations as noted in the promotion code restrictions. To use an Amtrak promotional code online at Amtrak.com, enter the four-character code in the "Promotion Code" field after selecting the desired train.

Note #1: Unless otherwise specified below, you must select the Adult, Child, or Infant fare type to receive the Amtrak promotional fare. If you select any other discount fare type (e.g. AAA, Student Advantage, Senior, Military, etc.), you will not receive the Amtrak promotional fare.

Note #2: Amtrak now limits the number of seats available on many discount fares. If you receive a "Problem with Promotion Code" error when booking online, you may try an alternate train or date. Trains selling at higher fare buckets (closer to sold-out, thus more expensive) are less likely to be eligible for discount.

Note #3: Amtrak discounts have been compiled from a variety of sources including Amtrak.com, Amtrak publications, tourism websites, and word-of-mouth. If placing a reservation online at Amtrak.com, you may find that a promotion code is accepted for destinations/dates not specifically identified below. However, it is suggested that you confirm eligibility with Amtrak prior to booking.

These Amtrak promotional codes were revalidated on July 26, 2010.

NEW ENGLAND Amtrak Promotion Codes (Amtrak Coupon Codes)

SAVINGS TIP: Do not use the NORTHEAST REGIONAL promo codes if booking at least 14 days in advance. These Amtrak promotional codes will replace an included 25% advance purchase discount.

• PORTLAND/BOSTON - Save 25% on Downeaster trains to any destination
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V603   Promo Code Source: Amtrak Downeaster Facebook Page
  Expiration: Book and travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: All Downeaster trains.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Boston (North Station), Old Orchard Beach, Portland
   
• PORTLAND/BOSTON - Save 50% on WEEKEND Downeaster trains to any destination
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V889   Promo Code Source: Amtrak Downeaster Facebook Page
  Expiration: Book and travel by December 26, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Southbound Downeaster train 690 (6:00a departure from Portland) and northbound Downeaster trains 697 & 699 (6:45p & 11:20p departures from Boston). Valid Saturdays and Sundays only.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Boston (North Station), Old Orchard Beach, Portland
   
• PORTLAND/BOSTON - Buy-1-Get-1-Free on Downeaster trains to any destination
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V773   Promo Code Source: Amtrak Downeaster
  Expiration: Book by December 28, 2010. Travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Southbound Downeaster trains 686, 688, 696 & 698 (afternoon/evening departures from Portland) and northbound Downeaster trains 681, 683, 691 & 693 (morning departures from Boston). Valid seven days a week.
  Additional Terms: Blackout dates are August 7-9. Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive a free companion ticket.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Boston (North Station), Old Orchard Beach, Portland
   
• PORTLAND/BOSTON - Seniors save 50% on Downeaster trains to any destination
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V543   Promo Code Source: Amtrak Downeaster
  Expiration: Book and travel through May 2011. May be extended.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: All Downeaster trains.
  Additional Terms: You must select the Senior (62+) fare type and enter the promotion code.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Boston (North Station), Old Orchard Beach, Portland
   
• MASSACHUSETTS - Save 20% on Northeast Regional and Downeaster trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Visit Massachusetts & Save 20%
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regional, Downeaster, and Lake Shore Limited (Albany-Boston segment only) routes to/from all cities in Massachusetts including Boston, Framingham, Worcester, Springfield, and Pittsfield. Acela Express excluded.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Boston (South Station), Boston (Back Bay), Springfield
   
• RHODE ISLAND - Save 20% on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Visit Rhode Island & Save 20%
  Expiration: Book by December 28, 2010. Travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regional service to/from Westerly, Kingston, and Providence only. Acela Express excluded.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Providence, Kingston, Westerly
   
• CONNECTICUT - Save 20% on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Visit Connecticut & Save 20%
  Expiration: Book by March 28, 2011. Travel by March 31, 2011.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regional service to/from Stamford, Bridgeport, New Haven, Old Saybrook, New London, and Mystic, Connecticut, plus Shuttle service to/from Hartford, Connecticut. Acela Express excluded.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Stamford, New Haven, New London, Mystic, Hartford
   
• VERMONT - Save 20% on Ethan Allen Express and Vermonter trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V683   Promo Code Source: Vermont Department of Tourism
  Expiration: Book by October 28, 2010. Travel by October 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Ethan Allen trains to/from Rutland and Castleton, plus Vermonter trains to/from St. Albans, Essex Junction, Waterbury, Montpelier, Randolph, White River Junction, Windsor, Bellows Falls, and Brattleboro, Vermont.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Rutland, Waterbury, Montpelier, White River Jct., Brattleboro
   
• VERMONT - $12 fare on Vermonter trains within the state of Vermont
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V648   Promo Code Source: Vermont Department of Tourism
  Expiration: Book and travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Vermonter trains between the following Vermont stations only: St Albans, Essex Junction, Waterbury, Montpelier, Randolph, White River Junction, Windsor, Bellows Falls, and Brattleboro.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Waterbury, Montpelier, White River Jct., Windsor, Brattleboro
   
• Amtrak Guest Rewards ACELA and NORTHEAST REGIONAL Summer Points Promotion
  See Amtrak Guest Rewards section below.
   

MID-ATLANTIC Amtrak Promotional Codes

SAVINGS TIP: Do not use the NORTHEAST REGIONAL promo codes if booking at least 14 days in advance. These Amtrak promotional codes will replace an included 25% advance purchase discount.

• NEW YORK - Save 20% on all routes WITHIN the state of New York
  Amtrak Promotion Code: V557   Promo Code Source: New York By Rail Magazine (PDF)
  Expiration: Book by May 28, 2011. Travel by May 31, 2011.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Adirondack, Empire Service, Ethan Allen, Lake Shore Limited, and Maple Leaf routes to/from all cities within New York, plus Montreal and St. Lambert, Quebec.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: NYC, Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Niagara Falls
   
• NEWARK - Save 40% on a companion fare on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 40% to Newark, NJ
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals to/from Newark. Acela Express excluded.
  Additional Terms: Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive discount. Valid only on trains selling at the lowest fare bucket, so reservations at least a week in advance are often required.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Newark Penn Station
   
• PHILADELPHIA - Save 20% on Northeast Regional & Keystone trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 20% to Philadelphia PA
  Expiration: Book by September 8, 2010. Travel by September 11, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals & Keystones to/from Philadelphia. Acela excluded.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Philadelphia 30th Street Station
   
• PHILADELPHIA - Save 40% on a companion fare on Northeast Regional & Keystones
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 40% to Philadelphia, PA
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals & Keystones to/from Philadelphia. Acela excluded.
  Additional Terms: Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive discount.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Philadelphia 30th Street Station
   
• WILMINGTON - Save 40% on a companion fare on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 40% to Wilmington, DE
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals to/from Wilmington. Acela Express excluded.
  Additional Terms: Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive discount.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Wilmington Station
   
• BALTIMORE - Save 40% on a companion fare on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 40% to Baltimore, MD
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals to/from Baltimore. Acela Express excluded.
  Additional Terms: Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive discount.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Baltimore Penn Station
   
• BWI AIRPORT - Save 40% on a companion fare on Northeast Regional trains
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 40% to Annapolis, MD
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regionals to/from BWI Airport. Acela Express excluded.
  Additional Terms: Must purchase one adult fare Amtrak ticket at full price to receive discount.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: BWI Airport Station
   
• VIRGINIA - Save 15% on select Northeast Regional trains to Virginia
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Save 15% to Richmond, VA
  Expiration: Book by August 31, 2010. Travel by September 30, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Northeast Regional train numbers 125 (11:35a weekday departure from New York), 174 (7:00a weekday departure from Richmond), 157 (12:05p weekend departure from New York), and 164 (6:35a weekend departure from Richmond) to all stations in Virginia only.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: Richmond Staples Mill Road Station
   
• NEW YORK / CHICAGO - Save 20% on the Cardinal between New York & Chicago
  Amtrak Promotion Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Midwest Summer Savings
  Expiration: Book by July 31, 2010. Travel between August 21 and November 30, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Cardinal between New York, Washington, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Chicago, and intermediate stops.
   
• Amtrak Guest Rewards ACELA and NORTHEAST REGIONAL Summer Points Promotion
  See Amtrak Guest Rewards section below.

SOUTHEAST Amtrak Coupon Codes

• ORLANDO - Save 20% on Silver Service to Orlando, Winter Park & Kissimmee, FL
  Amtrak Coupon Code: V436   Coupon Code Source: Orlando Preferred Visitor Magicard
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Silver Star and Silver Meteor only.
  Additional Terms: Code may only be used by phone: 800-USA-RAIL.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Orlando, Winter Park, Kissimmee
   
• CRUISE PASSENGERS - Save 20% (or 15% on sleeper accommodations) to port cities
  Amtrak Coupon Codes: V334 (Norwegian), V423 (Carnival), V529 (Holland America)
  Expiration: Book by December 27, 2010. Travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Valid on all routes except Acela Express, Auto Train, Illinois Zephyr, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Lincoln Service, Missouri River Runner & Canada service.
  Additional Terms: Valid only in conjunction with a Carnival Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Line, or Holland America Line cruise itinerary for arrival at the port city at least one day prior to cruise departure. Valid for adult and child coach fares, business class, and sleeper accommodations. Code may only be used by phone: 800-USA-RAIL.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.

MIDWEST Amtrak Promotional Codes

• CHICAGO / MILWAUKEE - Kids ride free on WEEKEND Hiawatha trains
  Amtrak Promotional Code: H839   Promo Source: AmtrakHiawatha.com: Kids Ride Free
  Expiration: Book and travel by August 29, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Hiawatha trains between Chicago, Milwaukee, and intermediate stops on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only.
  Additional Terms: Two kids (ages 2-15) travel free per adult.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Chicago Union Station, Milwaukee Intermodal Station
   
• ST. LOUIS / KANSAS CITY - Save 20% on Missouri River Runner trains
  Amtrak Promotional Code: V328   Promo Source: Amtrak.com: Save 20% in Missouri
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Missouri River Runner trains (numbers 311, 313, 314 & 316) between St. Louis, Kansas City, and intermediate stops.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: St. Louis, Kansas City

WEST Amtrak Promotion Codes

• Pacific Surfliner: San Luis Obispo - Santa Barbara - Los Angeles - San Diego
• San Joaquins: San Francisco - Sacramento - Bakersfield
• Capitol Corridor: Auburn - Sacramento - San Francisco - Oakland - San Jose
• Cascades: Eugene - Portland - Seattle - Vancouver
   
• CAPITOL CORRIDOR - Kids ride free on WEEKEND Capitol Corridor trains
  Amtrak Discount Code: V360   Discount Code Source: Amtrak Capitol Corridor
  Expiration: Book and travel by October 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Capitol Corridor trains between Auburn, Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and intermediate stops on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only.
  Additional Terms: Two kids (ages 2-15) travel free per adult.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Sacramento, Oakland (Jack London Sq.), San Jose
   
• CAPITOL CORRIDOR - Seniors save 50% on Capitol Corridor trains
  Amtrak Discount Code: V868   Discount Code Source: Amtrak Capitol Corridor
  Expiration: Book and travel by September 30, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Capitol Corridor trains between Auburn, Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and intermediate stops on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only.
  Additional Terms: Select the ADULT fare type (not senior) and enter the promotion code.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: None.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Sacramento, Oakland (Jack London Sq.), San Jose
   
• PACIFIC SURFLINER & SAN JOAQUIN - Save 20% to/from Santa Barbara County
  Amtrak Discount Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Take a Vacation from Your Car
  Expiration: Book by December 13, 2010. Travel by December 16, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Pacific Surfliner, San Joaquin, and associated thruway buses to/from the following Santa Barbara County stations only: Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta, Solvang, Buellton, Lompoc, Guadalupe & Santa Maria.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak Stations: Santa Barbara, Goleta, Santa Maria
   
• PACIFIC SURFLINER & SAN JOAQUIN - Save 20% to/from San Luis Obispo
  Amtrak Coupon Code: Click 'Book It Now' at Amtrak.com: Go Car Free to San Luis Obispo
  Expiration: Book by January 28, 2011. Travel by January 31, 2011.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Pacific Surfliner, San Joaquin, and associated thruway buses to/from San Luis Obispo, California.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.
  Hotels Near Amtrak: San Luis Obispo Station
   
• CRUISE PASSENGERS - Save 20% (or 15% on sleeper accommodations) to port cities
  Amtrak Coupon Codes: V334 (Norwegian), V423 (Carnival), V529 (Holland America)
  Expiration: Book by December 27, 2010. Travel by December 31, 2010.
  Amtrak Routes/Trains: Valid on all routes except Acela Express, Auto Train, Illinois Zephyr, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Lincoln Service, Missouri River Runner & Canada service.
  Additional Terms: Valid only in conjunction with a Carnival Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Line, or Holland America Line cruise itinerary for arrival at the port city at least one day prior to cruise departure. Valid for adult and child coach fares, business class, and sleeper accommodations. Code may only be used by phone: 800-USA-RAIL.
  Advance Purchase Requirement: Three day advance purchase required.

Amtrak Guest Rewards

Amtrak Guest Rewards is a complimentary program that awards points for Amtrak travel, hotel stays, car rentals, and other purchases. To earn points, you must first sign-up for a Guest Rewards account and provide your member number with every reservation. Points are redeemable for free Amtrak travel and gift certificates and can be easily transferred to rewards programs at many airlines and hotels.

• Amtrak Guest Rewards NORTHEAST REGIONAL Summer Promotion
  From July 1 to September 4, 2010, earn 1,500 bonus points for every two (2) roundtrips OR four (4) one-ways on Northeast Regional (minimum $40 one-way, $80 round-trip). You may earn a maximum of 4,500 bonus points from this promotion. To earn bonus points, you must be an Amtrak Guest Rewards member and register prior to travel. Register online or call 1-800-307-5000 with promotion code 70210.
   
• Amtrak Guest Rewards ACELA Summer Promotion
  From July 1 to September 4, 2010, earn 3,000 bonus points for every three (3) roundtrips OR six (6) one-ways on Acela (minimum $80 one-way, $160 round-trip). You may earn a maximum of 9,000 bonus points from this promotion. To earn bonus points, you must be an Amtrak Guest Rewards member and register prior to travel. Register online or call 1-800-307-5000 with promotion code 70110.
   
• Refer-A-Friend and Earn 500 Bonus Points
  Enter up to five e-mail addresses of potential Amtrak Guest Rewards members. If a referral joins the program and travels within 90 days, both you and the new member earn 500 bonus points. Referrals must be submitted on the Refer-A-Friend Page by September 30, 2010.
   
• Amtrak Guest Rewards MasterCard with 6,000 Bonus Points
  Earn two points per dollar on Amtrak purchases and one point per dollar on all other purchases. Receive 6,000 bonus points after your first purchase. Click Here to apply.

General Amtrak Ticket Tips

This section provides several practical tips for making Amtrak reservations. Although route-specific details are beyond the scope of this page, we recommend USA By Rail for a comprehensive guide.

• Book Early: Amtrak uses four to five price levels ("buckets") for coach seating and five for sleeper accommodations. With the exception of peak travel times (e.g. Thanksgiving week) when only the highest price bucket may be offered, a percentage of coach seats and sleepers are typically available at lower price buckets when Amtrak tickets first go on-sale 11 months prior to departure. As a train approaches sell-out, Amtrak's yield management system will automatically move to the next higher fare bucket. This can cause Amtrak fares to increase significantly as you approach the departure date. It is suggested that you book as early as possible to receive cheap Amtrak tickets, especially given Amtrak's flexible refund policy (see below).

• Wait to Pick Up Tickets: When booking at Amtrak.com or 1-800-USA-RAIL, your Amtrak tickets will be held for pick up unless you opt to have the tickets mailed. Although you can pick up your tickets from a staffed Amtrak station or Quik-Trak ticketing machine at any time prior to departure, it is suggested that you wait until close to your departure date for the greatest flexibility in changing or canceling your reservation. Most Amtrak reservations are 100% refundable until the tickets are physically printed (sleeping accommodations are ineligible for refund within 7 days of travel). Once Amtrak tickets are printed, however, refund requests must be mailed-in or taken to a staffed Amtrak station. Refunds on printed Amtrak tickets are subject to a 10% service fee, or you can opt to receive the full ticket value in the form of an exchange voucher valid for one year. For more information, see Amtrak's Refund Policy.

• Avoid Sell-Outs: If you attempt to make a reservation and find that coach or upgrades (business class, first class, sleepers) are sold-out on the desired train, it is suggested that you try the next morning as soon as possible after 4AM ET. Amtrak's reservation system is updated overnight with cancellations, so tickets may become available. If coach is available but upgrades are sold-out, you may wish to make the coach reservation and keep checking with 1-800-USA-RAIL to see if upgraded accommodations can be added. If an upgrade still isn't available prior to departure, you may still be able to upgrade from coach onboard by checking with the conductor regarding no-shows or last minute cancellations.

• Sleeper Accommodation Pricing: All sleeper accommodations are priced in addition to coach fares and are based on the number of rooms, not the number of passengers. For example, if the coach fare between Points A and B is $100 and a roomette is $250, two passengers could share a roomette for $450 ($100*2 + $250). Both passengers would also be entitled to free meals in the dining car. Note that you are charged the same price for the accommodation regardless of the number of passengers. For more information, see Amtrak's Sleeping Accommodations Page.

Amtrak Contact Methods

Comments and questions regarding this page may be submitted via our contact form. For assistance with Amtrak reservations, travel planning, discount eligibility, and customer service, please use the contacts below.

Amtrak Reservations Phone: 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)
     For new reservations, changes, cancellations, and train status inquiries.
     Amtrak's automated agent, Julie, can assist with basic reservations and train status.
     Press 0 at any time to speak with a live agent.
     Available 24/7.

Amtrak Customer Relations Phone: 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245), press 0, ask for Customer Relations
     For feedback and complaints concerning Amtrak travel, including travel voucher requests.
     Available Monday through Friday, 7a-10p ET.

Amtrak.com: Online Contact Form
     For general comments and questions. Select the appropriate subject to route your request correctly.

Free Amtrak Publications: Online Request Form
     For requesting timetables, vacations guide, onboard magazines, Auto Train pamphlet, etc. by mail.

Amtrak Guest Rewards Phone: 1-800-307-5000
     For reward travel, points balance, and all customer service inquiries.
     Reward travel involving connecting trains or sleeping accommodations MUST be booked by phone.
     Available Monday through Friday, 8a-8p ET.

Amtrak Guest Rewards Missing Points: Online Points Request Form
     Request credit for Amtrak tickets that weren't credited within three (3) weeks of travel.