TrakTheTrain – Your Amtrak Guide
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Welcome to TrakTheTrain – Your Complete Amtrak Travel Companion
Traveling by train should be simple, seamless, and stress‑free. At TrakTheTrain, we make that possible by bringing together all the information you need to plan your Amtrak journey in one convenient place. Whether you’re commuting for work, exploring new destinations, or embarking on a long‑distance adventure, our platform ensures you have the details at your fingertips
We provide real‑time schedules, so you’ll always know when your train departs and arrives. Our price listings help you compare fares and choose the option that fits your budget. With comprehensive coverage of routes and destinations, you can explore every corner of the Amtrak network and discover the best way to reach your destination.
Popular Amtrak routes
Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train
Direct trains available (From:$49*)
34 trains per day
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Penn Station, New York, NY train
Direct trains available (From:$49)
31 trains per day
Boston, MA to New York, NY train
Direct trains available (From:$25)
35 trains per day
Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train
Direct trains available (From:$13)
44 trains per day
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY train
Direct trains available (From:$13)
42 trains per day
New York, NY to Boston, MA train
Direct trains available (From:$32)
35 trains per day
New York, NY to Washington, DC train
Direct trains available (From:$32)
35 trains per day
New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA train
Direct trains available (From:$13)
44 trains per day
Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY train
Direct trains available (From:$13)
42 trains per day
frequently Ask Questions
As the most popular train service in the United States, Amtrak has trains running across every major region in the United States, including trains connecting American cities and Canadian cities. In fact, you could get from coast to coast, or even around the entire U.S. by Amtrak train. Amtrak has an especially strong presence on both the West Coast and the East Coast, with trains from LA to Seattle and Miami to New York. It also connects the Midwest to both coasts, with train stations in major cities like Chicago.
Yes, Amtrak offers WiFi on their trains. Although most trips with Amtrak will have WiFi as advertised, some trains might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. Amtrak WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.
You can buy a train ticket at most large train stations, which are staffed with Amtrak ticket agents. If a ticket agent is not available, many stations provide a Quik-Trak Kiosk from which you can purchase a ticket directly.
Yes, Amtrak requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the train. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.
Yes, there are bathrooms on Amtrak trains. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.
Many Amtrak trains have diner cars with meal service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Prices and selections vary between different routes; menus are updated regularly. Additionally, most trains will have various snacks and beverages available for purchase. NextGen Acela trains feature an upgraded hybrid grab-and-go café experience with faster service and improved options.
Amtrak does not require a printed ticket for boarding. Upon purchase, eTickets will be delivered as a PDF attached to your confirmation email. Simply pull up the eTicket on your mobile device and present a valid ID to the conductor when prompted.
Yes, Amtrak allows minors 13-16 years of age to travel unaccompanied, with restrictions. Children aged 12 and under must travel with another person who is at least 18 years old.
About Amtrak
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to 789 destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Formally referred to as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak is a quasi-public corporation that receives a combination of state and federal subsidies but operates as a for-profit organization.
Amtrak was formed in 1971 as a result of the Rail Passenger Service Act that the U.S. Congress passed in 1970 in a bid to rescue the declining intercity passenger rail industry. The first train trip operated under the Amtrak brand took place on May 1, 1971. While the fledgling organization struggled to grow within the first several years of its formation, Amtrak continued to expand its operations as some of the remaining private railroads went out of business.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Amtrak expanded its network and invested in modernizing its fleet to better serve its passengers. But, the most prominent service upgrade came much more recently, when Amtrak introduced the high-speed Acela service. In 2025, Amtrak took modernization even further with the NextGen Acela, the biggest upgrade to high-speed rail in 25 years, featuring 27% more capacity, 5G WiFi, and speeds up to 160 mph.
One of the main reasons why Amtrak continues to be among the preferred ways to travel between cities is the carrier’s high-quality onboard experience. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats boasting extra legroom, as well as four-seat areas with tables in the middle where you can face and interact with your fellow travel mates. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. On top of that, snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey are available aboard all Amtrak trains, and some even come equipped with an entire dining car.
Amtrak Cancellation Policy
All Amtrak tickets can be cancelled for a full refund within the first 24 hours after purchase. If more than 24 hours have passed, the cancellation policy depends on the type of fare you purchased:
Value Fare tickets: 75% refund if canceled before departure. No changes permitted.
Flex Fare tickets: Fully refundable if cancelled before departure. Changes permitted without a fee (fare difference may apply).
Business and First Class tickets: Fully refundable if cancelled before departure. Changes permitted without a fee (fare difference may apply).
Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable after the train has departed, so be sure to make your updates as soon as possible if your travel plans change.
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