Whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, there are many ways to cut down your travel-related expenses. Amtrak is among the passenger railroad services that can help you reach your destination and enjoy it without breaking your wallet. It covers over 30 U.S. train routes and 500 destinations in North America, therefore, plenty of options to choose from. So here is how you can save when booking your travels with Amtrak.
Online Deals
Amtrak’s website features a user-friendly design and menu so that you can easily find the information you’re on the lookout for. That’s why it also includes a deals section where you will find the latest promotions and discounts and a variety of savings so that every member of your family can save when traveling. Here are the main types of deals available at Amtrak:
- Deals and promotions
This subsection features Amtrak’s current deals which typically include % discounts and the BOGO 50% off deal. At the time of writing, Amtrak offers the BOGO 50% off on the train to Maine and savings of up to 30% on early Acela bookings.
- Train vacation packages
Next time you’re planning a vacation, it is worth checking Amtrak’s train vacation packages. When doing our research on the deals available at this passenger railroad service, Amtrak was providing customers with the chance to benefit from savings of $250 on a Cross Country Rail Journey booking.
- USA rail passes, monthly passes, and multi-ride tickets
If you travel quite frequently, you might want to take a look at Amtrak’s USA rail passes. There are several passes to choose from, such as the Multi-Ride Pass and the USA Rail Pass. The former is best if you’re planning several trips to the same destination, while the latter is suitable if you plan to explore the country and make stops along the way.
- Savings for seniors, kids, military personnel, groups, and more
In order to meet the needs of all age groups, Amtrak offers a variety of discounts for kids, seniors, the military, groups, and even pets. For example, students get to save up to 15% on their bookings, veterans benefit from 10% off on train travel and 15% off in California, and seniors save up to 50% on select travel. Plus, cats and dogs travel for $26.
Sales Events
The deals mentioned above are not the only ones you can benefit from at Amtrak, though. The railroad service provider also participates in various sales events throughout the year.
The Track Friday Sale is Amtrak’s Black Friday equivalent and the previous edition featured savings of up to 35%, on select trains nationwide for travel between Dec. 9 and April 30. Therefore, keeping an eye on Amtrak’s offers during such events can help you save significantly next time you travel.
