How to plan a train trip
#AmtrakHowTo: Beginner's Guide to Train Travel
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amtrak is a sustainable way to get where
you're going that lets you skip the
usual headaches of flying or driving and
see more of the country all while making
travel feel like an adventure again
say goodbye to traffic and long waits at
the airport
with amtrak you get right on board a
conductor scans your ticket contact free
and you're on your
way no matter what you get a wide
spacious seat with plenty of legroom and
there aren't metal seats on board at all
the views are great but if you prefer
free wi-fi and workspace makes it easy
to have a productive trip to
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amtrak serves over 500 stops along more
than 30 routes across 46 states in the
district of columbia
one place to get started booking your
trip is the travel planning map at
amtrak.com
you can enter your departure city and
choose the nearest station then enter a
destination and click find routes
select your favored route from among any
options
input travel details including dates and
number of passengers
and select your accommodation all trips
have different needs so amtrak offers a
variety of options
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coach seats on amtrak come with lots of
room and comfort features
booking early offers the most options
including deals safer fares and flexible
fares that can be easily modified or
refunded
while coach's already significantly
better than what you'll find on an
airline business class offers even more
enhanced travel in a dedicated section
or car
all seats on the acela train are
business class or better and assigned to
each passenger
premium fares like first class and
sleeper accommodations offer experiences
you can't get anywhere else plus they
come with complimentary food and
beverage access to station lounges and
other perks
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first class is only available on isella
high-speed trains in the northeast
corridor
private rooms are overnight
accommodations found in dedicated cars
on long distance routes roommates like
this sleep too comfortably bedrooms
feature more space in private restroom
facilities for larger groups there are a
limited number of connecting bedroom
suites and family suites are available
on select trains accessible bedrooms
with space for a wheelchair are found on
the entry level and feature an
accessible in-room restroom
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on your day of travel simply arrive 30
minutes early or 45 if checking bags
then follow signs for your train
check your confirmation email for
details or download the amtrak app to
access your ticket and receive boarding
and travel information via push
notification
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included in your fare is the ability to
bring two checked bags two carry-ons and
two personal items remember red caps are
also available to help you with baggage
or navigate the platform
use platform markers or follow train
crew directions to locate the best entry
for your accommodation then find your
seat
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now you get to kick back and enjoy the
view all the way to your destination
when it comes to travel there's nothing
quite like taking the train
we can't wait to see you on board
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