Auto Train Rooms & Seats

This article aims to help you find accommodation on this train. It also provides information about the sleeper car room types and the layout of the train, also known as the consist.

If you are looking for the schedule and more detailed information on this train, you are just one click away. Please visit my Auto Train page for additional details.

When do I get my coach seat assignment on the Amtrak Auto Train?

For this and all trains, coach class passengers receive seat assignments on the day of travel.

Solo travelers often sit next to someone they may not know.

Passengers who prefer more privacy may consider upgrading to a sleeping accommodation. You can also explore bidding for an upgrade through Amtrak’s bid-up process or modify your reservations.

For groups of two or more, Amtrak typically tries to seat you together, which is easier when traveling from the train’s originating station.

Remember, as a coach passenger, you’ll have access to the cafe car, but at least now there is no dining car for coach class.

Auto Train Rooms: Where is it?

If you want to find your room, look at your ticket and use the information for this section.

When you print your tickets, under the train number, date, etc., you will see a line showing your accommodation. You can also view them online or from the app.

The following section tells you what kind of sleeper car you will be in and where it is in the train’s layout. Further down, diagrams of the different sleeper car layouts are provided.

Remember that rooms have traditional dining meals, shower use, cafe car access, and more.

The Amtrak Auto Train layout.

The Southbound Auto Train is 52, and the Northbound train is 53. Both trains follow the same schedule.

This layout can change at any time, based on the information I had when publishing this article. Amtrak can add and subtract cars seasonally or based on equipment availability.

Auto Train room layouts

Below are Amtrak sleeper and coach car layouts.

Transdorm Sleeper

Regular Sleeper

Auto Train Deluxe Sleeper Room Layout

Auto Train Coach Car Layout

What side of the train is in my room?

Amtrak sleeper and coach cars can run in either direction, which makes it challenging to predict the orientation of rooms. Typically, the bedroom side faces the direction of travel, but you may only be sure once you are on the train.

Baggage on the Auto Train

Amtrak does not offer checked bag service on this train because you can leave everything in your car. Remember that once you check your vehicle in, you can no longer access it.

It would be best to pack a small overnight bag and ensure you pack any medications, medical devices, phones, chargers, or anything else you need for your trip.

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A few extra tidbits on Auto Train rooms

Rooms are small on the train, so packing light is essential.

If this is your first ride on Amtrak, don’t forget to pack some entertainment for your ride.

Pay attention to Amtrak’s Auto Train Schedule to ensure you get your car checked in on time. Late vehicles are not accepted. There are also some restrictions, so it is best to check that out before leaving for the stations!

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