Ways to Book a Trip on Amtrak

When you get ready to book your trip on Amtrak, you can book directly through Amtrak, or you can book through third party sources, such as travel agents, consultants or companies.

Booking through Amtrak

Amtrak offers three convenient ways to book train tickets: at the station, online and over the phone. Booking online is simple, and you can do this from your home or office. On the website, you can choose your ticket details, such as dates, times and seat numbers. The layout also allows you to see which train seats are still available and which ones are full, so you can plan accordingly. Booking over the phone with Amtrak allows you to speak with a live representative so that you can sort out all of your ticket details instantly. If you prefer, you can also go down to the station and get your tickets there.

Booking through travel agents, consultants and companies

Travel agents, consultants and companies can offer you package specials, including your train and hotel accommodations for one price. Most travel agents in Amtrak areas are familiar with booking train tickets and can book them for you so that you only have to deal with one person or company instead of two different ones. You can find travel agents and companies by looking online or in your local phone book.

If you book with Amtrak, whether on the phone, online or in person, you can get senior and club discounts. With a travel agent or company, there is less planning, but these discounts are not usually available to you. Regardless, you always have either option open to you when it comes time to book your Amtrak train tickets.