Can I take a blanket and pillow on a train?

Bring a Travel Pillow and Blanket While Amtrak does provide bedding in the Sleeping car rooms, you may wish to have your own pillow and an extra blanket for warmth. You may also ask your Sleeping car attendant for an additional blanket when they come to turn down your bed for a cozier night's sleep.



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The following items are prohibited onboard the train: non-service animals, firearms and ammunition, hover boards, corrosive or dangerous chemicals and materials, incendiaries, martial arts and self-defense items, archery equipment, devices containing propellants, sharp objects, and similar items.

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*Small amounts of food or drink is allowed onboard for the passengers trip. *Scissors, nail clippers, corkscrews, and razors are allowed in carry-on baggage. **Sheathed equipment, to include fencing equipment, are allowed in checked baggage. *Bicycles are allowed onboard certain trains with restrictions.

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Ten Tips for Sleeping Overnight in Coach
  1. Choose Your Seat Wisely. Your journey begins by choosing the right seat for sleep. ...
  2. Bring a Neck Pillow. ...
  3. Wear Comfortable Clothing (& Shoes) ...
  4. Pack Earplugs and Eye Mask. ...
  5. Bring a Blanket. ...
  6. Travel with a Friend. ...
  7. Bring Your Own Snacks and Water. ...
  8. Adjust Your Seat.


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Here's how the 7pm rule works If your overnight train is leaving after 7pm then you can put in the following day's date on your rail pass and use one rather than two days of travel for the overnight trip. Simple!

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7 essential things to pack for your Amtrak trip
  • Food. Even if meals are included with your ticket, bringing food on the train is recommended, especially if you want to eat healthy. ...
  • Warm Layer or Blanket. ...
  • Motion Sickness Medicine. ...
  • Cleaning Wipes. ...
  • Non-Tech Entertainment. ...
  • Tech Accessories. ...
  • Cash.


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Each passenger may bring two personal items, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches each, and two carry-on items, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each, onboard. Make sure you have a tag with your name and address on the outside of all your bags.

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Bringing Your Food Aboard You may bring your own food and beverages onboard for consumption at your seat or private Sleeping Car accommodations. However, you can only consume food and beverages purchased in Dining and Lounge Cars in those cars.

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There are luggage racks at the ends of each car for large luggage pieces, and smaller hand luggage and backpacker packs easily fit in the overhead racks above the seating. As the overhead luggage racks are the easier option, don't underestimate the weight of your luggage.

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Most airlines consider blankets to be personal items, so they are allowed on the plane. Do note that most airlines only allow for one personal item, which means if you want both a pillow and a blanket, you will have to stash one of them in your carry-on until you have boarded.

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Packing List:
  • Warm and cool, quick-dry layers.
  • Comfortable shoes with good tread for sightseeing.
  • Casual sneakers and sandals.
  • Lightweight, waterproof, and breathable jacket or windbreaker.
  • Midweight fleece or wool sweater.
  • A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
  • A small backpack or daypack.


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Choose your clothing wisely “Soft layers of breathable fabrics can help keep you warm while also allowing for easy movement when you need to access your bags or get up and move around. You'll also want to make sure the clothing you choose is machine-washable for added convenience while on the go.”

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Choose your clothing wisely “Soft layers of breathable fabrics can help keep you warm while also allowing for easy movement when you need to access your bags or get up and move around. You'll also want to make sure the clothing you choose is machine-washable for added convenience while on the go.”

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Claims for lost checked baggage must be submitted within 30 days of the date of the incident to the Office of Customer Relations (Attn: Baggage Claims, Amtrak, 1 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001). For more information, call us at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) and ask for Customer Relations.

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Checked Baggage Each traveler can check up to 4 bags (2 free and 2 at $20 per bag). Size/weight limitations apply.

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You can sleep in your berth only from 10 PM to 6 AM. You can't keep your berth up more than this sleeping hours duration. If you do so, your co-passenger with a lower berth can stop you.

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In place of a traditional pillow, I use a memory foam travel pillow. It keeps your head aligned with your spine and you wake up pain-free. Also bring either noise cancelling headphones or earplugs as during the evening, the car may sound like a sleep apnea ward with other travelers snoring louder than the train itself.

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If you're going on a long train journey, you may want to choose a sleeper car option so you'll have more privacy and will arrive more refreshed at your destination. For shorter journeys, make sure to stay aware of your surroundings. If you don't feel safe falling asleep, then don't attempt it.

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