Please use this thread for Amtrak discount codes and promotions. Many thanks to
bhatnasx for starting and keeping this thread updated for so long! The discounts have been organized by region.
The original discount code thread has been closed, but can still be accessed here:
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=280042
Please post new discounts/promos and I will try to keep this list up-to-date! Should I miss something, just send me a
PM and I'll get it fixed.
@:-)
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Disclaimer! - Use these codes at your own risk. Most are targeted for specific people/organizations which may require proof of eligibility when booking or picking tickets up.
National Promotions
Note: Most discounts require three day advance purchase. Sleeper accommodations, Auto Train and weekday Metroliner/Acela Express service and some Thruway services are usually excluded as well. Check with specific terms and conditions for each discount or promotion for details.
Seniors - 15% off
Amtrak travelers 62 years of age and over receive a 15% discount on the applicable adult rail fare on most Amtrak trains.
Student Advantage - 15% off
College students can purchase the Student Advantage cards to receive discounts at hundreds of retailers, including a 15% discount on Amtrak travel and Amtrak Express shipping. Amtrak reservations must be made at least three days in advance to receive discount.
http://www.studentadvantage.com/disc...rd/pjp?id=9191
International Student Identification Card - 15% off
Students holding an International Student Identification Card will receive 15% off the rail fare on most routes. Must present ISIC and school ID card to qualify for discount. Excludes all Acela Express and Metroliner services. Reservations must be made at least three days in advance. Visit
http://www.myisic.com/
Veteran's Advantage - 15% off Unlike Student Advantage, you really do have to be a veteran for this one.
http://www.veteransadvantage.com/par...amtrak-50.html
AAA - 10% off
American Automobile Association members save 10% off adult rail fares. Three day advance reservation required.
Military Discount - 10% off
Active duty US military personnel, along with their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10% discount off most Amtrak rail fares in the US, including travel on the Auto Train.
National Association of Railroad Passengers 10% discount - Join NARP, support Amtrak and receive a 10% discount on most rail fares!
http://www.narprail.org/cms/index.php/main/discount/
Guest Rewards Promotions
Earn
Double Points on all Amtrak trips.
Register at
www.amtrakguestrewards.com for double points on all Amtrak travel between September 17, 2006 and December 16, 2006.
Blackout dates November 21 through November 28. Double points will post to a maximum of one round trip or two one way tickets per day.
@:-) V383 - Save 25% from Albany, Boston or Springfield
Purchase two Adult tickets and save 25% on each ticket on most Northeast Regional services.
Valid for travel through June 30, 2007. Not valid for travel on Acela Express. Other restrictions may apply. Thanks saschasegan!
Southern Routes
V515 -
20% off Florida
Order a FREE Orlando Magicard and save 20% off rail fare to/from all Central Florida stations on Auto Train and the Silver Service. Cannot be booked via Amtrak.com. Must call 1-800-USA-RAIL to book. Some restrictions apply. Thanks
jamesbrownontheroad!
http://www.orlandoinfo.com/magicard/...ategory&cid=12
@:-)
V662 - 20% off Silver Star
Passengers traveling onboard the Silver Star can receive 20% off through March 15, 2007.
Valid for sale and travel through March 15, 2007. Blackout dates apply: Nov 9-12, 2006; Nov 21-28, 2006; Dec 15, 2006-Jan 7, 2007. Tickets are nonrefundable. Travel permitted on Silver Star trains 91/92 only. Thanks
saschasegan!
Midwestern Routes
@:-) V663 - Save 10% on most routes out of Chicago
10% discount is valid on many trains running south out of Chicago through December 14, 2006. Blackout dates apply: Nov 9-12, 2006; Nov 21-28, 2006. Thanks saschasegan!
Western Long Haul Routes
@:-) V524 - 15% off the Empire Builder
Through December 14, 2006, passengers can save 15% traveling on the Empire Builder from Chicago to Seattle/Portland. Blackout dates apply: Nov 9-12, 2006; Nov 21-28, 2006. Thanks saschasegan!
@:-) V663 - Save 10% on the Texas Eagle
Same code as above, this discount is also applicable on the Texas Eagle through December 14, 2006. Blackout dates apply: Nov 9-12, 2006; Nov 21-28, 2006. Thanks saschasegan!
Northwestern Routes
No Current Promotions known.
Southwestern Routes
Alaska Airlines Mileage Accrual
For passengers traveling on routes that may also accrue Alaska Mileage Plan miles, here is the form you need to submit to the Conductor. Handy if the onboard crew does not have any available. Thanks
GoAmtrak!
NRPC 3070
H652 - Capitol Corridor 15th Anniversary 15% Off
Save 15% off trips on California's Capitol Corridor. Tickets must be booked by December 31, 2006 for travel through February 15, 2007. No blackout dates apply. Multi-ride tickets have been reduced by 15% during the ticket purchase period. Thanks
Reindeerflame.