Skip train changing hassles by booking direct service from New York to Jacksonville, Florida on Amtrak's Silver Star or Silver Meteor trains.
Choose frequently scheduled, express regional train service from New York to Washington, D.C., then connect with Silver Meteor or Silver Star local trains to shave an hour from your travel time to Jacksonville.
Book your train travel online at the Amtrak Web site at least a week in advance of your departure. The route from New York to Jacksonville is a popular one, and although trains travel frequently, spaces do sell out.
Carry the credit card used to book your travel with you to the station for faster, automated kiosk service and forego longer lines at the ticket windows!
Risk less by arriving at least 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure, lest last-minute passengers posturing for a seat unseat you!
Save time checking, confirming and processing reservations by knowing your station codes: NYP and JAX.
Bring a blanket, pillow, toiletries and a change of clothing on this nearly full-day train trek from New York to Jacksonville.
Entertain yourself. Bring a book, your media player and headphones, or join in the games at the lounge cars. Gamers gather in lounge cars to pass time with new friends, so you may be able to get in on a game of backgammon, chess or cards.
Prepare simple snacks and bring beverages to save money on lounge prices.
