Is Amtrak and Pacific Surfliner the same?
Is Amtrak and Pacific Surfliner the same? Management responsibility for the Pacific Surfliner service was assumed by the LOSSAN Agency in July 2015, following the execution of an interagency transfer agreement with the state of California. Amtrak is the contracted operator of the Pacific Surfliner service.
What is the difference between Pacific Surfliner and Amtrak?
Amtrak is the contracted operator of the Pacific Surfliner service. The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) provides management and administrative support to the LOSSAN Agency.
How many stops does the Pacific Surfliner have?
The Pacific Surfliner provides daily service to 29 stations between San Diego and San Luis Obispo. Many of these stations are staffed, meaning that there is an Amtrak ticket window with a representative that passengers can speak with.
Is Amtrak cheaper than flying?
While not nearly as expensive, taking an Amtrak train across the US is also largely the domain of rail enthusiasts as it takes multiple days and costs significantly more than flying. In countries like Japan, South Korea and much of Europe, the opposite is true as the train is simply a way to travel larger distances.