How many cars does the Auto Train hold?

How many cars does the Auto Train hold? Otherwise, once the train leaves the station, no other passengers or vehicles board or depart the train. When fully booked, the Auto Train holds 650 passengers and 330 vehicles in 18 passenger cars and 33 auto rack cars.

Is the Auto Train bumpy?

Beware that you likely won't get quality sleep on the Auto Train. The ride is bumpy and beds not comfy. M and I made do sleeping opposite ways but didn't get much shut eye.

How much does it cost to take the auto train from Virginia to Florida?

The Auto Train will take you and your car nonstop between Lorton, VA near Washington, DC and Sanford, Florida near Orlando for as low as $95*. Learn more about the Auto Train experience.

How long is the Auto Train from New York to Florida?

How long is the trip from NYC to Florida? New York City to Florida is an overnight train trip. The first Florida stop is Jacksonville and travel time is 18 hours on the Silver Meteor and 20 hours on the Silver Star. In comparison, drive time is about 14.5 hours.

Are coach seats on Auto Train assigned?

In almost all cases, Amtrak seats are not assigned. The exception is Acela Express route seats and business class seating on the Northeast Regional, Carolinian, Palmetto, and Vermonter. Otherwise, Amtrak has a first-come, first-serve seating policy for coach seats.

Is the Auto Train the longest train in the world?

Amtrak Auto Train. This is the longest passenger train in America and at times is the worlds longest. Amtrak runs the daily Auto Train from Sanford Florida to Lorton Virginia. Count the cars as it crosses the level railway crossing in DeLand Florida.

What should I bring on the Auto Train?

Does a roomette on the auto train have a bathroom?

Yes. All rooms have access to restrooms and showers.

Can I sleep in my car on the Auto Train?

On the Auto Train you can sleep in coach class seats or in a sleeper car, but Auto Train passengers cannot sleep in their car while on the train.

Is rail cheaper than truck?

Since trains are more fuel-efficient than trucks, the cost to ship freight via rail is very price competitive. In fact, shipping by rail uses approximately three times less fuel than trucks, saving in fuel surcharges.

Why is Auto Train so expensive?

Many of the lines don't make any money or are operated at a loss. To accommodate the money-losing routes, Amtrak uses profits from its popular lines, such as the Northeast Corridor. Since this is one of the most popular routes, Amtrak can charge higher prices and send those profits to other, less profitable lines.

Can you ride the Auto Train without a car?

Can I travel on the Auto Train without a car, because if I even need to go Florida, I prefer superliner cars, and could catch a ride to Lorton/Sanford. Also I want a non-stop train experience. Also, max speed? No, you must have a vehicle for the auto train.

Is it cheaper to use a car or train?

If price is the deciding factor, the car trip will usually be the cheaper one for anything more than a single passenger or a single passenger with infant child in tow. (Kids under two generally ride the train free.)

Can you bring alcohol on the Auto Train?

You may bring aboard your own private stock of alcoholic beverages subject to the following limitations: You may consume private stock alcoholic beverages only in Sleeping Car accommodations for which you have a valid ticket. You may not consume private stock alcoholic beverages in any public areas.