How do I change my name on my Amtrak reservation?


How do I change my name on my Amtrak reservation?

  1. As of October 25th, 2023 Amtrak has modified their fares, change and cancellation policies as follows:
  2. To cancel or change your Amtrak ticket please go to www.Amtrak.com and click on the Modify Trip tab (upper right hand corner) and follow the prompts:
  3. Or you can call Amtrak directly at 1 (800) 872-7245.
  4. Changes:


How do I talk to a human at Amtrak?

Helpful Phone Numbers and Links
  1. Reservations & Customer Service. Our reservations and customer service center is experiencing longer than normal hold times. 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) TTY 1-800-523-6590. International Visitors. 1-215-856-7924. ...
  2. Amtrak Guest Rewards. 1-800-307-5000.
  3. Amtrak Vacations. 1-800-AMTRAK-2.


Can I use my phone as train ticket?

eTicketing is available on nearly all Amtrak train routes and Thruway connecting bus services throughout the nation. You'll receive your eTicket as a PDF attachment to your emailed receipt. You can even retrieve your eTicket in the app. Open the eTicket PDF on your mobile device.


Can 2 people share a room on Amtrak?

If you'd like a bit more space on your journey, try booking a bedroom for your next trip with us. Each bedroom has the capacity of two adults (with an option for a third), one to two suitcases and are 6'6” x 7'6”. Unlike roomettes, our bedrooms also have an in-room toilet, shower and a sofa that converts to a bed.


Do Amtrak employees sleep on the train?

Amtrak on board service employees sleep in a dorm car on the train. The operating crew, conductors, and engine crew, are on duty no longer than 12 hours, generally for shorter periods, and sleep either at home or at a hotel at their away terminal.


Can anyone sit in the quiet car on Amtrak?

Unless your trip is on Acela, seating in the Quiet Car is on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved. There is no additional charge to sit in the Quiet Car, but passengers are asked to occupy only one seat per person.


Can I change my name in my ticket?

The cost of changing the name on your flight ticket will depend entirely on the airline. Some airlines allow one free correction per ticket. Others will charge a “correction fee” or a “change fee” that can range from $50 to $200.


Do people sleep on Amtrak?

Sleeping accommodations are considered “Sleeper Service” accommodations aboard Amtrak. As Sleeper Service passengers, you and your sleeping car companions (up to the maximum passenger capacity for your accommodation) are entitled to receive all regular meals as part of your accommodations.


Can I transfer a ticket to another passenger?

Yes, although every airline's policy is different, it will almost always cost to transfer an airline ticket to another person. Sometimes, the cost of transferring a flight ticket to someone else can actually be more expensive than purchasing an entirely new ticket.