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Jul 8, 2005 | 9:01 am

#316

fastflyer

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Quote:

Originally Posted by redluv

I tried making a reservation over the phone (talking to an agent) but he wouldn't let me use V626 -- apparently it's for travel to/from Rhode Island only. I explained that although I've never been to RI, I've been using this code consistently for six months. That argument didn't seem to impress him.

I got used to paying 20% less, so now it feels like they just raised the fare. Which makes me think about how much Amtrak sucks. Whenever I talk to customer service, their explanation for everything is "well thats how it works on a plane." But Amtrak is not in the air travel business. If that is their corporate culture, no wonder no one rides the train anymore.

They do indeed need some customer service improvement. There are loads of 10% discounts out there, by the way. Not sure about other 20% codes.

What was the context when AMTRAK said: "that's how it works on a plane"? That is weird, as AMTRAK has all sorts of different rules versus the airlines (and IMHO, AMTRAK is much easier-going than the airlines).

Train passenger loads are at record high numbers (in the AMTRAK era).

Jul 8, 2005 | 9:57 am

#317

SWG

Join Date: Jan 2005

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Quote:

Originally Posted by redluv

bhatnasx does mention that V626 is for RI travel only on the first post of this thread. Allowing use of it across the board for online purchases was a loophole that Amtrak has plugged . . . and it was good while it lasted! Can't criticize Amtrak on this one (except for bring dumb enough to allow the loophole in the first place).

Jul 11, 2005 | 11:25 am

#318

ZaphodBeebleBrox

Join Date: Jul 2005

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V626 seems to work still at the station ticket kiosk...

Tried the V626 code online a couple of days ago, no cigar (as others have found).

Gave up and went to the station to get a ticket at the full price. Surprisingly, it was found that V626 DOES work when buying a ticket at the Quik-Trak machine. This was in NY Penn station for a ticket to Boston.

I guess the station Quik-Trak machines havn't caught on to the website update yet....

Hope this helps -

ZB

PS: V166 also seems to work and give 10% off for the BOS-NYC-NJ sector.

Jul 11, 2005 | 1:36 pm

#319

szrc

Join Date: Apr 2005

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ZaphodBeebleBrox

Surprisingly, it was found that V626 DOES work when buying a ticket at the Quik-Trak machine. This was in NY Penn station for a ticket to Boston.

That's great news.

For those who want to buy tickets without going to a station, I'm still having luck on the phone. Tell JULIE you want to speak with an agent (say "agent"), and tell the agent that JULIE misrecognized your promo code (this did actually happen to me once). The agent should be able to book V626 for you without problems. If you complain that the code isn't working online, he or she is more likely to look up the details and tell you that it's Rhode Island only.

And, of course, if at first you don't succeed...

Jul 13, 2005 | 10:11 am

#320

SWG

Join Date: Jan 2005

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The latest "Arrive" magazine has some new codes for companion fares:
V749 for 50% off full price companion fare to/from Philly
V547 for 50% off full price companion fare to/from NYC
These two should be good through 12/15/2005

V642 for 50% off full price companion fare to/from Boston
This one is only good for travel through 9/30/2005

Remember to purchase at least three days in advance.

Last edited by SWG; Jul 22, 2005 at 1:53 pm Reason: Added another code

Jul 15, 2005 | 10:35 am

#321

mmk

Join Date: Jul 2005

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Weekly Specials

I've been watching the weekly Specials for train 5 & 6. (California Zephyr) This train is not showing. (I've bought tickets before 70% off)

Anyone know how Amtrak decides which route will be on sale and when? Traveling end of July, Grand Junction to Omaha. Trying to decide if I should just buy now, or wait it out.
mmk

Last edited by mmk; Jul 15, 2005 at 1:51 pm

Jul 15, 2005 | 12:43 pm

#322

n2qmt

Join Date: Jan 2005

Posts: 58

I would NOT wait any longer to buy for the CZ. It very well may sell out at this point. The sale fares are generally on "lighter" traveled lines and right now, the are selling for August and September. Enjoy your trip! Cheers!

John

Jul 16, 2005 | 6:30 pm

#323

BillScann

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SWG

V547 for 50% off full price companion fare to/from NYC

They should be good through 12/15/2005

Thanks for this...I just saved $100 !

Jul 20, 2005 | 9:34 pm

#324

cjl1978

Join Date: Jan 2004

Posts: 44

15% off best fare plus triple AGR points through 30 September 2005

http://www.amtrakguestrwards.com/register

Enter code 46042.

Should be that easy.

Jul 21, 2005 | 8:13 am

#325

guv1976

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cjl1978

http://www.amtrakguestrwards.com/register

Enter code 46042.

Should be that easy.

Is this a targeted promotion? How did you hear about it?The promotion code was invalid for me.

Jul 21, 2005 | 8:59 am

#326

ErthCrclr

Join Date: Feb 2001

Posts: 525

46042 invalid for me.

Jul 21, 2005 | 10:32 am

#327

NovaEngr

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cjl1978

http://www.amtrakguestrwards.com/register

Enter code 46042.

Should be that easy.

This promotion appears to be targetted to selected inactive AGR members by e-mail.

Jul 21, 2005 | 10:42 pm

#328

WonderDude

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lilyruhappy

I have found the code V166 works on trains going through chicago for 10% off - it even worked on one ways for me. Its a code to visit the American Girls exhibit in chicago. Unknown expiration.

Just used that code today for a one-way from Chicago to StL. Thanks, dude!

Jul 29, 2005 | 10:12 am

#329

mith

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V648
free companion on certain routes for midwest miles members.

Travel by rail August 15 through December 15, 2005. Qualifying train service includes the Hiawathas, Capital Limited, Empire Builder, Texas Eagle, Ann Rutledge, Blue Water, California Zephyr, Cardinal, City of New Orleans, Heartland Flyer, Illini, Mules, Lake Shore, State House and Wolverine.