I think the rules say paid trip, but no one knows for sure since Amtrak doesn't tell you when your points expire. However, they do send you a postcard telling you your points are about to expire (I think it's a month) before they do, giving you a chance to take a ride to extend the expiration.
By the way, thanks! I just claimed my 100 points.
Last edited by diburning; Oct 10, 2012 at 1:33 am