How to Check Availability of Train Tickets

Checking Ticket Availability Online

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  Go online to Amtrak.com

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  Type the name of the station where you would like to catch the train in the "From" text field.

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  Type the destination in the "To" text field.

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  Type the date you would like to leave in the "Departs" text field.

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  Click "Go."

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  Review the ticket availabilities on the right. From left to right, the table displays the name of the train, the departure time, the arrival time, amenities and the type of seats available. The cost of the ticket is displayed above the table.

Checking Ticket Availability on the Phone

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  On your phone, dial 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245). This number will route you to an automated representative.

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  Say "Schedules."

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  Say the city and state you are departing from.

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  Say the city and state you are going to.

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  Say the date you want to leave.

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  Say "Choose."

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  Say how many passengers you would like to check availability for. The automated representative will now tell you what seats are available, or whether the train is sold out.