Amtrak Ticket Deals and Cheap Fares
Tips to Maximize Your Savings
Want to save on your next Amtrak trip? Follow these tips.
- Book Early: Prices go up as seats fill up, so booking in advance can lock in the cheapest rates.
- Be Flexible: Traveling during off-peak hours or mid-week can save you even more.
- Check for Promotions: Amtrak regularly offers deals, especially around holidays.
- Join Amtrak Guest Rewards: Earn points on every trip and redeem them for free travel.
- Check for Flash Sales: Amtrak often runs limited-time promotions that can save you even more.
- Book Multi-Ride Passes: If you’re a frequent traveler, Amtrak’s multi-ride passes offer great savings over single tickets.
For more deals and discounts, visit the Amtrak Ticket Deals.
Night Owl Fares
Who is it for? Travelers willing to hit the road between 7 PM and 7 AM.
Available Routes
Sample One-Way Fares
| Sample One-Way Coach Fares To/From | Ticket Price |
| Philadelphia to Baltimore/BWI | Starting at $10 |
| New York, NY to Newark/Newark Liberty | Starting at $10 |
| Boston to Providence | Starting at $10 |
| New York, NY to Philadelphia | Starting at $15 |
| Philadelphia to Washington, DC | Starting at $15 |
| Washington, DC to Wilmington | Starting at $15 |
| New Haven to Boston | Starting at $20 |
| New York, NY to Baltimore/BWI | Starting at $20 |
| Boston to New York | Starting at $25 |
| New York, NY to Washington, DC | Starting at $25 |
Key Perks & Conditions
- No Middle Seats: Enjoy spacious coach seating.
- Free WiFi: Stay connected throughout your trip.
- Bring Your Bags for Free: Up to 3 bags (1 personal item, 2 larger bags) are included.
- Valid for coach seats only.
- No changes allowed once travel starts.
Find more about Night Owl Fares here.
Share Fares: Save Up to 60%
Who is it for? Perfect for group trips with friends or family. Groups of 2 to 8 traveling together on the same itinerary. The more people, the bigger the savings:
Discount Breakdown
- Passenger 1: Full price
- Passenger 2: 15% off
- Passenger 3: 25% off
- Passenger 4: 37% off
- Passenger 5: 47% off
- Passenger 6: 54% off
- Passenger 7 & 8: 60% off
Key Perks & Conditions
- Available for Coach seats and Acela Business Class.
- Discount applied automatically when booking online.
- Requires a 2-day advance purchase.
- Cannot be combined with other discounts.
Learn more about Share Fares discounts.
Discounts for Children
Who is it for? Children aged 2-12 traveling with at least one adult (18+).
- Discount: 50% off the adult fare.
- Infants Ride Free: One infant under 2 can ride free per adult (on the adult's lap).
Key Perks & Conditions
- No Baggage Fees: Take the whole family without worrying about extra costs.
- Child fares only apply when accompanied by an adult.
- Does not apply to: Acela Business Class, First Class, or sleeper accommodations.
Learn more about family travel.
Senior Discount
Who is it for? Passengers aged 65 and over.
- Discount: 10% off on most rail fares.
- Cross-Border Services: For Amtrak-VIA Rail Canada routes, seniors aged 60+ also qualify for the 10% discount.
Key Perks & Conditions
- Easy booking online or via the app.
- Discounted fares available on most major routes.
- Not valid for Acela Business Class or First Class upgrades.
- Cannot be combined with other offers.
See all senior discounts here.
Student Discount: Save 15%
Who is it for? College students, on a budget, between 17-24 years old can travel for less.
- Discount: 15% off with a valid student ID.
- How to Get It: Use code V814 when booking through the Amtrak app or online.
- Advance Booking: Must book at least 1 day before your trip.
Key Perks & Conditions
- Spacious seating with free WiFi—great for study time!
- Travel nationwide to over 500 destinations.
- Not available for: upgrades to First Class or sleeping accommodations.
- Certain routes excluded from this offer.
Military & Veterans Discounts
Who is it for? Active-duty military personnel, their spouses, dependents, and veterans.
- Discount: 10% off rail fares.
- Special Perk: Uniformed personnel get priority boarding at the ticket counter.
Key Perks & Conditions
- Auto Train: Military discounts apply to this route as well.
- Easy to Book: Select “Military” or “Veteran” when purchasing your ticket.
- Discount does not apply to: First Class, sleeping accommodations, or Acela Business Class.
Learn more about military discounts.
Discounts for Passengers with Disabilities
Who is it for? Passengers with disabilities, and companions traveling to provide assistance.
- Discount: 10% off for both the passenger and the companion.
- Extra Savings: On the Downeaster route, passengers with disabilities receive a 50% discount.
Key Perks & Conditions
- Accessible Seating: Easily reserve accessible spaces when booking online.
- Companion Discount: If you need someone to assist you during the trip, they also travel at a reduced rate.
- Companion must be capable of assisting the passenger.
Learn more about Discounts for Passengers with Disabilities travel.
Group Travel Discounts
Who is it for? Large groups planning a trip together.
- Discount: Specialgroup rates or free tickets for every 20th passenger.
- Flexible Booking: Call Amtrak’s Group Travel desk or request online.