Plan ahead to save money. You can often save by booking in advance, rather than buying tickets at the station. You can also save by checking for tour packages and specials. (See Resources.) Also, check for discounts for passenger types. Children, students, veterans, AAA members, seniors and active military members are eligible for discounts.
Purchase tickets once you have established your route, dates and other details of your trip. You can make the reservation and purchase tickets online (see Resources) with a credit or debit card, or by phone or mobile device, or at the station. To make reservations by phone, call 1-800-872-7245. At larger stations, you can use the Quik-Trak kiosk, a machine that sells tickets.
Obtain your tickets if you ordered online or by phone. You can receive your tickets by mail or pick them up at the station on the day of your trip. If your station has a Quik-Trak kiosk, you can use your credit card and reservation number to print out the tickets.
