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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 Cafe Car: Learn How To Grab Food & Drinks

Amtrak Cafe 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 helps 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 helps you prepare for a ride in an Amtrak Superliner Roomette with all the necessary information!

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 route trains. Although similar to Superliners, these roomettes are slightly different.

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

My Latest Post

Amtrak Long-Distance Trains: On-Time Performance

Amtrak Long-Distance Trains: On-Time Performance

Discover essential insights into Amtrak's long-distance train performance for February 2025, including on-time metrics and tips to manage travel expectations.

Amtrak’s Texas Eagle: Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Texas Eagle: Train Schedule & Guide

Learn about Amtrak Texas Eagle, from accommodations to food. In this post, you will find the schedule and more to help you plan your next Amtrak adventure.

Tipping On Amtrak Trains: What You Need To Know

Tipping On Amtrak Trains: What You Need To Know

Are you wondering about tipping on Amtrak trains? This article will help you decide whether to tip, how much to tip, and when to do so.

Amtrak’s Lincoln Service: Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Lincoln Service: Train Schedule & Guide

Amtrak's Lincoln Service is a daily train with multiple round trips between Chicago and St. Louis. Get the schedule, seating options, and available add-ons.

How to go from Chicago Union Station to four Airports

How to go from Chicago Union Station to four Airports

Getting to local airports from Chicago Union Station is manageable with proper planning and a clear understanding of the process.

Amtrak’s Sturtevant Depot: All You Need To Know

Amtrak's Sturtevant Depot: All You Need To Know

Learn all you need to know about the unstaffed Sturtevant Depot—parking, tickets, and train boarding—so you can be ready for your next adventure.

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Helpful Amtrak Travel Topics

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

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!

How to Pick the Perfect Amtrak Destination

How to Pick the Perfect Amtrak Destination

Traveling on Amtrak allows you to explore the beauty of the United States while enjoying…

Why Does Amtrak Run “Empty” or Light Trains?

Why Does Amtrak Run “Empty” or Light Trains?

Ever wonder why Amtrak runs seemingly empty trains? Learn how these lightly used trains ensure reliable service and meet commuter demand.

Why Passenger Train Lights Go On and Off

Why Passenger Train Lights Go On and Off

Find out why passenger train lights go on and off at times when you travel. The reason can vary from a safety test to a few other reasons you will learn.

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 see your train stops and the time it should be there. If you want to get this info, you can get it from Amtrak.com.

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.

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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