Book your Amtrak ticket online through the Web site (see Resources below) or over the phone at (800) 872-7245.
Pack light. You're only allowed two pieces of checked luggage. Neither piece can weigh more than 50 lbs.
Spoil yourself rotten in a sleeper car. These seats are great, with turn-down service, room service, personal attendants and private rooms.
Load your favorite films and music into a reserved digEplayer to entertain you while you travel.
Hop aboard a Greyhound bus once you're outside of the San Antonio station. Buses depart twice daily from the Greyhound terminal that's located just adjacent to baggage claim.
Book as early as possible for best seats and prices.
Travel with the family--the extended family! Buying more than twenty tickets at one time means better fares.
Ask about sales or specials. Amtrak offers weekly specials to different cities. Their discounts are some of the deepest offered.
Do your research. Age, college enrollment and membership in specific organizations could entitle you to a nice discount.
If you can, don't travel close to the holidays. Holiday travel means peak season for any kind of traveling, especially during Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Sign up for a Rail Pass. These passes are an excellent way to save money if you're planning a trip that covers multiple destinations with extensive travel time beyond San Antonio.
