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A trip through the United States by train is an adventure through metropolises, national parks, historical sites, vast landscapes, plains, and mountains. Traveling by train is also a chance to appreciate the diversity and the vastness of the United States of America. The railroad network is extensive and you have plenty of choices.

Amtrak’s Empire Builder is a popular train route in the Pacific Northwest. The trip takes an estimated 46 hours and trails the Lewis & Clark trail from Chicago to Seattle or Portland. The train snakes its way through Mississippi, Minneapolis, the North Dakota Plains, and the Glacier National Park.

The trip between Seattle and Los Angeles is also popular among travelers. The Coast Starlight takes passengers through a Grand West Coast adventure, winding through Sacramento, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Portland. The landscape comprises of the Pacific Ocean shoreline, snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range and fertile forest cover.

Away from the lush landscapes is the Grand Canyon Railway. On the way, travelers encounter sprawling prairies, pine forests, and sometimes wild horses. Grab a cowboy hat to remember the cowboys and bandits that once roamed the tracks.

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Trusted by 65M+ travelers every year looking for bus and train tickets

Serving 2M+ bus and train routes in more than 80 countries

Dedicated customer service from booking to travel

Most Popular Destinations for Travel with Train

Travel across the United States by bus or visit other countries, near and far, with ease. Experience sandy beaches, historic cities, or serene hiking trails for the perfect vacation. Below are some examples where you can go for your next journey:

FAQ’s

Catching a train in the United States? Here are some tips to help keep costs down:

  • Aim to travel outside summer and winter vacations as these are when trains are most expensive.
  • The earlier you book Amtrak tickets the better—even booking 14 days in advance can save you up to 25 percent compared to buying on the day of travel.
  • Whether you’re a local or a tourist, getting a discount card is worth it especially if you’re planning on using trains frequently.

Yes—we have launched in the U.S. meaning that Taxi & Train sells tickets for Amtrak and VIA Rail trains. You can get mobile tickets on selected routes. Look out for the green mobile ticket symbol.

Enter your departure and arrival cities and travel dates in the Fare Finder tool on the Home Page, or click the ‘Book Now’ button in the site header. Add any passenger discounts that you qualify for and the number of travelers, and click ‘Find Trains’. You can book up to 8 passengers per reservation and reserve your tickets up to 11 months in advance. Available trains will be shown on the next page. When you find a train that meets your travel needs, click ‘Add to Cart’ above that train to continue your reservation.

The cost of your ticket is the rail fare, plus any accommodations you wish to add to your ticket. We don’t charge additional taxes or fees. Upgrades and add-ons include Business class, First class and Sleeping Accommodation, as well as bringing your vehicle (on the Auto Train) or bike with you.

The Deals page has information on our deals and offers including limited-time promotions, Multi-Ride Tickets, Rail Passes and a variety of everyday discounts.

We have some great everyday passenger discounts for seniors, kids, military and more to help you save even more when you travel by train. See the Everyday Discounts page to find out about all the available discounts available and where to apply these discounts when you’re booking your travel on taxi-train.com.

Each passenger can bring 1 personal item (25 lbs. and 14 x 11 x 7 inches each) and 2 carry-on bags (50 lbs. and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each; 28 x 22 x 11 inches each on the Pacific Surfliner) onboard free of charge. Personal items such as a small bag or backpack must fit under the seat. Carry-on bags need to fit in the overhead rack or luggage tower. Passengers must be able to safely lift carry-on items over their heads onto the luggage shelf. Bags must fit in the sizer at the station. If they do not fit, speak with an agent or visit Amtrak.com to determine if your train offers checked baggage service.

Each passenger can also check up to 4 bags – 2 free of charge and 2 for $20 per bag, each not to exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg), 75 linear inches (length + width + height). Just make sure the origin and destination stations offer checked baggage service when you book your trip.

You may be charged a baggage fee or denied boarding if your items exceed these limitations.

Review the baggage information and services page for more details about carry-ons, checked bags, special items and items that are prohibited onboard.