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Whether you’re a first-time rider or a seasoned traveler, you’ll find tips, route guides, and detailed descriptions of room accommodations to ensure your trip is smooth and enjoyable.

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Eating On Amtrak

We all need to eat, right?

One of my favorite aspects of train travel is visiting the café car for a snack or coffee or heading to the dining car for a meal. It’s an excellent way to stretch your legs, take a break from the journey, and satisfy your hunger and thirst.

Below is an overview of onboard food services and some interesting articles about each. Enjoy!

Amtrak Café Car: Learn How To Grab Food & Drinks

Amtrak Café Car: Learn How To Grab Food & Drinks

Eating is essential, even when you are traveling. This article covers the necessary information on what you should know about Amtrak Café Cars.

Amtrak Flex Dining: A Traveler’s Guide With Menus

Amtrak Flex Dining: A Traveler's Guide With Menus

Amtrak Flex Dining, aka Contemporary Dining, is available for sleeping car passengers on select long-distance trains. Discover the menus and more!

Amtrak Traditional Dining: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Traditional Dining: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Traditional Dining is for sleepers, cars, and some coach passengers. This article explains what you need to know and provides sample menus!

Eating on Amtrak: An Overview Of What To Expect

Eating on Amtrak: An Overview Of What To Expect

This article gives an overview of eating on Amtrak trains and provides the basics of both regional and long-distance trains.

Amtrak Accommodations

Planning a long-distance trip? For added comfort, you can choose from spacious coach seats or private sleeping arrangements.

Regional trains provide comfortable coach class options, with some offering upgrades to business class.

The Acela train features both business and first-class seating. Check out my guide to learn about all the benefits!

Amtrak Accessible Rooms: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Accessible Rooms: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Accessible Rooms help those with mobility issues travel by rail. This page explains the basics and provides links for more information.

Amtrak Bedrooms: A Resource For New Passengers

Amtrak Bedrooms: A Resource For New Passengers

Amtrak bedrooms are the largest rooms and have the most amenities. Learn what you get in these rooms and see if they suit your upcoming Amtrak adventure needs.

Amtrak Coach Class: A Guide For New Passengers

Amtrak Coach Class: A Guide For New Passengers

Are you thinking of an Amtrak adventure? This article will help answer your questions on the Amtrak coach class on both regional and long-distance trains.

Amtrak Family Bedroom: Traveling with Little Ones

Amtrak Family Bedroom: Traveling with Little Ones

Discover the comfort and convenience of an Amtrak Family Bedroom. It offers privacy and scenic views and is perfect for families with two small kids.

Amtrak Rooms: The Top 21 Things You Should Know

Amtrak Rooms: The Top 21 Things You Should Know

This article covers 21 frequently asked questions about Amtrak rooms, including booking, general information, a suggested packing list, and a few tips from me!

Amtrak Sleeping Accommodations: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Sleeping Accommodations: What You Need To Know

This article on Amtrak Sleeper Cars is an excellent place for you to start your research on Amtrak long-distance trains' accommodations.

Amtrak’s Acela (High Speed): Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Acela (High Speed): Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Acela runs along the Northeast Corridor and is Amtrak's high-speed train offering speed and comfort.

How to Lock Your Amtrak Sleeping Car Door

How to Lock Your Amtrak Sleeping Car Door

Learn how to lock the door of your Amtrak sleeping car room and consider what to do when you leave your sleeping accommodations.

Amtrak Superliner Roomette: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Superliner Roomette: What You Need To Know

This article provides all the necessary information to prepare for your next Amtrak adventure in an Amtrak Superliner Roomette, as well as additional details.

Amtrak Viewliner Roomette: What You Need To Know

Amtrak Viewliner Roomette: What You Need To Know

You can find a Viewliner roomette on Amtrak's eastern routes. They are similar to Superliners but are slightly different and offer somewhat different amenities.

Amtrak Schedules & Guides

If you’re looking for Amtrak schedules for long-distance or regional trains, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find helpful resources here, including printable PDFs and detailed train travel information.

While these timetables are not official, they are sourced from Amtrak.com and include my insights. Please note that Amtrak may update schedules anytime, and I will do my best to keep this information current.

Amtrak East Coast Train Schedules And More

Amtrak East Coast Train Schedules And More

Amtrak Long-Distance Trains Schedules And More

Amtrak Long-Distance Trains Schedules And More

Amtrak Midwest Train Schedules And More

Amtrak Midwest Train Schedules And More

Amtrak Regional And Long-Distance Train Schedules

Amtrak Regional And Long-Distance Train Schedules

Taking Amtrak to Canada: What You Need to Know

Taking Amtrak to Canada: What You Need to Know

West Coast Amtrak Train Schedules & More

West Coast Amtrak Train Schedules & More

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Amtrak in Ohio: What You Need To Know

Amtrak in Ohio: What You Need To Know

Planning to ride Amtrak in Ohio? Find out about the Floridian, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal routes, station codes, connections, and travel tips here!

Amtrak in Indiana: What You Need To Know & More

Amtrak in Indiana: What You Need To Know & More

Are you tired of dealing with traffic and long drives? Explore a stress-free way to…

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service: Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service: Train Schedule & Guide

The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service runs two daily trains in each direction between New Orleans, LA, and Mobile, AL. It’s Amtrak's newest train.

Amtrak in Michigan: What You Need to Know

Amtrak in Michigan: What You Need to Know

If you are looking for a new destination, consider Amtrak in Michigan. Michigan offers you a variety of stops and opportunities for a fun Amtrak adventure.

Amtrak in Wisconsin: What You Need to Know

Amtrak in Wisconsin: What You Need to Know

Learn about Amtrak in Wisconsin, where you can catch a train, which train to take, and more. This is a great guide to see Wisconsin by train.

Amtrak and Extreme Heat: What You Should Know

Amtrak and Extreme Heat: What You Should Know

Traveling with Amtrak this summer? Discover how extreme heat impacts train schedules and learn how to stay cool and safe during your journey.

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Helpful Amtrak Travel Topics

Here is a collection of articles offering in-depth coverage of various Amtrak-related topics.

Boarding An Amtrak Train: What you need to know

Boarding An Amtrak Train: What you need to know

Learn the concepts you need for boarding an Amtrak train; while there are different station types within the system, there are similar concepts to apply.

Amtrak Quiet Cars: What you need to know

Amtrak Quiet Cars: What you need to know

Amtrak Quiet Cars are found on eight Amtrak trains and are open for coach-class passengers who want a quieter ride; here is what you need to know.

How to Take Amtrak to the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair

How to Take Amtrak to the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair

Discover how to take Amtrak to the Wisconsin State Fair easily. Find tips, schedules, and everything you need for a smooth journey to the fairgrounds.

How to Print Amtrak Schedules: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

How to Print Amtrak Schedules: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Amtrak schedules allow you to view your train stops and the expected arrival times. You can also learn how to print Amtrak schedules from their website.

Amtrak Connecting Service: the info you need to know

Amtrak Connecting Service: the info you need to know

Learn about Amtrak Connecting Service and Amtrak Thruway Bus Services with tips to help set expectations for you and success for your next trip.

14 Ways To Save Money On Amtrak Tickets

14 Ways To Save Money On Amtrak Tickets

Discover how to save money on Amtrak, to help you stretch your travel dollar further with a few tips and tricks for saving money within the Amtrak system.

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About Kev

Hello Travelers, this is Kev!

I have been using Amtrak since 2012, when I took my first trip on Amtrak’s Hiawatha. Since then, I have traveled on Amtrak’s long-distance and regional trains, including the Acela, and have experienced various Amtrak accommodations.

My articles have been featured in different Facebook groups, Amtrak Unlimited, and other forums.

Check out my About page to learn more about me.

Safe travels and happy planning!
Kev