Can you give someone else your Amtrak ticket?
Can you give someone else your Amtrak ticket? Amtrak will usually email you or the person you are buying the ticket for a copy of the electronic ticket, or you can have the ticket printed at the ticket counter at the AmTrak rail station and you can snail mail it to the person you are buying it for. I do all the time for my wife and kids when we take trips.
How do I share my Amtrak trip?
Advance reservations are required a minimum of two (2) days prior to travel. Valid for up to eight (8) passengers travelling together on the same itinerary. Call 1-800-USA-RAIL to make reservations for 9 to 14 travelers. For reservations with 15 or more, please complete a Group Travel Request.
What is a transfer on Amtrak?
A "Transfer" trip means that there will be 1 or more transfers at some point in your journey where you will need to change bus/train or plane to another bus/train or plane during a layover of anywhere from a few minutes to multiple hours.
Can you screenshot a train ticket?
No, please do not screenshot your e-ticket as the QR code may be blurred or not sufficiently accurate to scan.
Can 2 people share Amtrak roomette?
They do not allow sharing of rooms - so a separate ticket will mean booking a different (second) roomette. What happens to someone who gets on an Amtrak train without a ticket? If you buy the ticket from the Amtrak website it will give you the price for 2 passengers in the same Roomette.
Can you use a screenshot of a QR code train ticket?
No, please do not screenshot your e-ticket as the QR code may be blurred or not sufficiently accurate to scan.
Does the name on a train ticket matter?
Depends on the ticket. If it is a full fare ticket, No. If it is a discount ticket, yes.
Can someone use my train ticket?
Yes. Train tickets can be used by anyone. If that person is collecting tickets from a ticket vending machine, they will need the credit or debit card used to make the booking. This might be a little tricky to work around so bear this in mind when booking.
Do trains stop if they see someone?
Fact #4: Trains Can Stop, But Not Quickly So if you think a train can see you and stop in time, think again. Trains cannot stop quickly enough to avoid a collision, which is why vehicles should never drive around lowered gates or try to “beat” a train.
Do you sit next to people on Amtrak?
If you're traveling with someone, you'll be seated side-by-side, not across from each other. If you decide to bring your backpack or purse with you into the dining car, it'll have to either be placed on your lap or against the side of the car.
What happens to someone who gets on an Amtrak train without a ticket?
If the passenger does not produce a valid ticket or proof of payment, the conductor may ask them to pay the fare or exit the train at the next station.
How do I transfer a ticket to another name?
- Go to the airline's official webpage.
- Open the Manage Booking Page or Reservations button.
- Click on Modify or Change.
- Enter the person's name on whom you wish to transfer the ticket.
How much do you tip an Amtrak attendant?
General Guidelines: Tipping is NOT required, but is considered correct for the service crew personnel on the train. Recommendations: Snack bar attendant: roughly 10%. Dining car: 15% of menu prices (sleeping car passengers may want to note this when ordering their meals).
Can I show my train ticket on my phone?
Show Your eTicket Open the eTicket on your mobile device and show the barcode to the conductor. You can even print your eTicket before you arrive at the station.
Can I bring food on Amtrak?
You may bring your own food and beverages onboard for consumption at your seat or private Sleeping Car accommodations. However, you can only consume food and beverages purchased in Dining and Lounge Cars in those cars. Personal food and beverages are allowed in the upper level of Superliner Sightseer Lounges.