Checked baggage service is available at a number of our stations and on many trains and Thruway Services. Not all trains or locations are equipped to handle checked baggage. Before you travel, make sure to check and see if your train and origin and destination stations accept checked baggage.

In 2026, checking bags on a train is becoming a rarity and depends heavily on the service provider. In Europe, checking bags is virtually non-existent; passengers are expected to carry their own luggage onto the train and store it in overhead racks or designated floor-to-ceiling stacks at the end of the carriages. Amtrak in the U.S. still offers "checked baggage" service on many long-distance routes, where bags are stored in a dedicated baggage car and retrieved at the destination station. However, most commuter and high-speed rails globally now prioritize "carry-on only" logistics to speed up boarding times. If you are traveling by rail, you should verify if your specific station has a baggage office, as many smaller platforms do not have the staff to handle checked items.