Car Rental Amtrak

Car rental information for Amtrak

Amtrak is a passenger railway service in the United States that operates more than 300 trains daily, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak operates intercity, regional and long-distance services, as well as commuter services in some areas.

Amtrak tickets can be purchased online, through an Amtrak app, by phone or at an Amtrak station. You can also purchase tickets from authorized travel agents. When you purchase an Amtrak ticket, you will receive a confirmation number that you can use to check in for your trip. You can also use the confirmation number to make changes to your ticket.

When you check in for your Amtrak trip, you will need to present a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license or passport. You will also need to show your ticket or confirmation number. You can check in up to 30 minutes before your train departs. When you check in, you will receive a boarding pass that you will need to present to the conductor when you board the train.

When traveling with Amtrak, you can bring two pieces of carry-on luggage and two personal items such as a laptop bag or briefcase. You can also check up to four pieces of luggage. All checked bags must be labeled with your name and address. Amtrak also offers special services for passengers with disabilities, pets, bicycles and unaccompanied minors.

Amtrak offers a variety of amenities to make your trip more comfortable, including Wi-Fi, dining cars, business class seating, lounge cars and sleeping compartments. Amtrak also offers discounts for seniors, students, members of the military and AAA members.