AMTRAK RAIL TRAVEL Amtrak are the largest passenger rail company in the USA , offering travel to over 500 destinations across 46 states on a 21,000 mile route system . Simple and convenient , Amtrak make it easy for you to go where you want and spend more time at your destination .
3 day rail journey from £ 679pp
2 day rail journey from £ 499pp
WHAT ’ S ON BOARD ?
When you travel on an Amtrak train , it ’ s more than just getting from place to place , it ’ s an enjoyable experience .
On most trains you can choose a class of travel ( details below ). And , whether you seek a full sitdown meal or more informal food service , many trains have one or more options onboard . Short distance trains have a Café Car with a variety of snacks and beverages , while on medium and long distance trains there ’ s a Lounge Car , and on long distance trains there is usually a fullservice Dining Car serving hot meals .
Opposite , you ’ ll find just a very small selection of the many routes offered by Amtrak , with prices shown including a roomette .
CLASSES OF TRAVEL
Many of Amtrak ’ s services offer a choice of travel classes , but these do vary according to the train or route .
COACH CLASS Available on every Amtrak train and features wide , reclining seats with ample legroom , at-seat trays , reading lights and electric outlets .
BUSINESS CLASS A premium , enhanced experience offered on most Amtrak services . Features vary by route , but always give you extra legroom along with a wide and comfortable seat in a dedicated car or section of the train .
CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
Routes between Chicago & Emeryville ( San Francisco )
One of North America ’ s most beautiful train trips , The Zephyr runs between Chicago and San Francisco coursing through the plains of Nebraska to Denver , across the Rockies to Salt Lake City , and then through Reno and Sacramento into Emeryville / San Francisco . Journey time is just over 51 hours .
2 day rail journey from £ 299pp
CAPITOL LIMITED
Routes between Washington , D . C . & Chicago
Follow the historic B & O line on a journey through the Potomac Valley , past historic Harpers Ferry and the Allegheny Mountains into Pittsburgh . Cross into Ohio heading north to Cleveland , and then across Ohio and Indiana into the centre of Chicago . Journey time is 18 hours .
COAST STARLIGHT
Routes between Seattle & Los Angeles
This grand west train adventure is hailed as one of the most spectacular of all the train routes , linking the greatest cities on the west coast . The scenery is unsurpassed with dramatic snow-covered peaks , lush forests , fertile valleys and long stretches of Pacific Ocean coastline . Journey time is 35 hours .
2 day rail journey from £ 569pp
TEXAS EAGLE
Routes between Chicago & San Antonio
Let Amtrak take you deep in the heart of Texas , travelling between Chicago and San Antonio . Wind through the Land of Lincoln , across the Mississippi River and through the Ozarks to Little Rock and the piney woods of East Texas . Onward to Dallas , through Austin and finally to San Antonia . Journey time is around 32 hours . Connecting service between San Antonio and Los Angeles is also available .
FIRST CLASS Exclusive to Amtrak Acela ( which operates in the North East ). First Class passengers enjoy priority boarding , premium amenities , complimentary onboard food and beverage services and privileged access to selected station lounges . Seat selection is also offered . |
Seattle |
USA |
Chicago |
SLEEPER ACCOMMODATION Roomettes , bedrooms , and suites are available on most long-distance routes . Enjoy the comfort of reclining seats in your cabin by day that converts to sleeper accommodation at night , bedding , panoramic windows , meals and selected non-alcoholic drinks , access to shower facilities ( some categories have ensuite bathrooms ), dedicated First Class attendant and lounge access at major stations . |
Emeryville ( San Francisco )
Los Angeles
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MEXICO |
San Antonio |
Washington D . C .
California Zephyr Coast Starlight Capitol Limited Texas Eagle
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