How much is Amtrak membership?

To become a member, travelers must simply sign up online or by phone at 1-800-307-5000. That's when you'll receive a unique Amtrak Guest Rewards number. It's free to join, and if you travel within 90 days of becoming a member, you'll receive an additional 500 bonus points.



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Final Thoughts. Amtrak Guest Rewards Select status is comparable to entry-level elite status for an airline but has unique benefits you won't find elsewhere. Select status members receive benefits such as lounge passes, confirmed upgrade passes, and discount coupons for future travel.

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Elite Amtrak Membership Members who earn 5,000 or 10,000 points within a single year are upgraded to Select and Select Plus status, respectively. Both status tiers bring members additional discounts, unlimited lounge access, and double points on some car rentals.

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YOUR ROUTE TO REWARD TRAVEL Redeeming your points is easy and exciting—with reward travel starting at just 400 points to over 500 destinations. Ready to ride?

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Train travel is often cheaper than flying, in part because you can generally take more with you before paying extra baggage fees. It can also be more convenient and relaxing than driving, especially if you'd be driving in an unfamiliar place or driving for many hours nonstop to get to your destination.

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Amtrak Network Amtrak operates a nationwide rail network, serving more than 500 destinations in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces, on more than 21,400 miles of routes. It is the nation's only high-speed intercity passenger rail provider, operating at speeds up to 150 mph (241 kph).

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Your points don't expire as long as your account remains open*. From bonus points to points for purchases, you can earn and explore with the Amtrak Guest Rewards® Preferred Mastercard®. Learn more.

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Many of the lines don't make any money or are operated at a loss. To accommodate the money-losing routes, Amtrak uses profits from its popular lines, such as the Northeast Corridor. Since this is one of the most popular routes, Amtrak can charge higher prices and send those profits to other, less profitable lines.

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There are many reasons for this. There is limited service between cities (Amtrak says it runs 300 trains with about 87,000 passengers per day), freight is often prioritized over passenger service in the U.S., and trains and facilities are often outdated.

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2. Comfort: Train travel tends to be more comfortable than air travel, with more legroom, spacious seating, and the ability to move around freely during the journey. Trains also have larger windows, allowing passengers to enjoy scenic views during the trip.

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For a truly unique experience when traveling in First Class, Amtrak offers private rooms on many routes across the country. A private room is the perfect option for customers seeking privacy and space on a short trip and added comfort and amenities when traveling overnight.

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If the passenger does not produce a valid ticket or proof of payment, the conductor may ask them to pay the fare or exit the train at the next station.

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Normal retirement age is 65-67, depending on your year of birth. If you have 30 or more years of credited railroad service, unreduced benefits may start at age 60. If you have fewer than 30 years of credited railroad service, reduced benefits ·nat age 62.

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Amtrak trains stop in almost all U.S. states. The exception is South Dakota, Wyoming, Hawaii and Alaska.

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Amtrak does, in fact, offer scenic, luxury rail journeys to top locations across the U.S., especially if you are looking for some vacation deals.

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Amtrak is a little more expensive but the ride is more comfortable, safer, and the customer service on Amtrak is way better. It's worth it to spend the extra money and take Amtrak.

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As far as travel rewards points go, this is pretty exceptional value for those who enjoy taking Amtrak trains. Depending on how you choose to redeem your points, the 50,000-point welcome bonus would be worth between $1,100 and $1,400 in Amtrak tickets!

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