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Amtrak Offers Buy One Bring a Companion Free Fare

Gift a loved one this Valentine's Day with the Amtrak Loves You Sale

AMTRAK: Buy A Roomette and Bring a Companion for free for Travel on the Amtrak Auto Train

For those looking for a unique adventure or visiting family and friends, customers can travel in the comfort of a private room with the latest flash sale for the Amtrak Auto Train.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Launches New Reduced Multi-Ride Fares on Northeast Regional for Customer Savings on Northeast Corridor

Amtrak multi-ride travelers can now save up to 40 percent on the cost of their monthly tickets and 50 percent for 10-ride tickets on all Northeast Regional trains, between Boston and Virginia.

AMTRAK: Users of multi-ride discount tickets will confirm each ride before travel

Amtrak is taking a new step to make certain our customers can easily distance themselves from each other on our busiest trains in the Northeast Corridor and on the Amtrak National Network.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Partners with RB, The Makers of Lysol®, to further Strengthen Hygiene Protocols

Since the onset of COVID-19, Amtrak has led the way in ushering a new standard of safe travel.

AMTRAK: Amtrak: Delivering A New Standard of Travel

Amtrak is leading the way by setting a new standard of travel with enhanced safety and cleaning measures.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Partners with Waze to Announce Global Rollout of Railroad Crossing Alerts

Amtrak has partnered with Waze, the platform bringing together communities on and off the road, to announce a new feature that will provide alerts to users approaching a railroad crossing.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Prepares for New Diesel Locomotive Fleet

Amtrak today released renderings and other information about the first of the diesel-electric locomotives that will replace the current fleet on the National Network, including all long distance and many state-sponsored routes.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Releases FY2019 Sustainability Report

Amtrak released its FY2019 Sustainability Report that showcases company performance against year-over-year sustainability goals and highlights sustainability projects across Amtrak’s regions and operations.

AMTRAK: Amtrak: Ready for Customers

In an effort to simplify and safeguard the travel experience as America gradually reopens, Amtrak wants to reassure customers that several added cleanliness and convenience measures have been implemented.

AMTRAK: Amtrak: Supplemental Funding Needed to Maintain Minimum Service Levels

Amtrak submitted a letter to Congress outlining an additional $1.475 billion in supplemental funding needed in FY 2021.

AMTRAK: AMTRAK: Ready For Our Customers

In an effort to simplify and safeguard the travel experience as America gradually reopens, Amtrak wants to reassure customers that several added cleanliness and convenience measures have been implemented.

AMTRAK: Essential Service Plan: Updates to Service

At this time, various states are undertaking specific safety precautions at stations for customers arriving from out of state.

AMTRAK: Amtrak's Commitment to Safety

At this time, various states are undertaking specific safety precautions at stations for customers arriving from out of state.

AMTRAK: Amtrak: Updates to Service

While Amtrak continues to operate across the nation, we have adjusted some services due to significantly reduced demand in key markets.


AMTRAK: Updated Fares Provide Increased Options for savings

On March 1, 2020, Amtrak is launching a series of updates to provide customers more options for savings.

AMTRAK: Statement From Anthony Coscia, Chairman of the Amtrak Board of Directors, on Governor Cuomo's Empire Station District Plan

“Amtrak’s Penn Station is the nation’s busiest transportation facility, the central hub of the Northeast Corridor, and an economic driver for the entire nation.

AMTRAK: Amtrak Kicks Off "Track Friday Sale"

This year, give friends and loved ones a memorable and meaningful experience by treating them to a travel adventure as Amtrak launches its fourth annual “Track Friday Sale.” Customers can take advantage of a special deal with fares as low as $19 for travel on most Amtrak routes throughout the country.

AMTRAK: All Aboard For Autumn Colors Express

Rail Excursion Management LLC., in cooperation with Amtrak, will operate the Autumn Colors Express on Oct. 25, 26, and 27 from Huntington to Hinton, West Virginia.