Is it comfortable to sleep on a train?

The average Amtrak Coach seat measures 23 inches in width (compared to around 17 inches for airplane equivalent seating) with exceptional legroom and the ability to recline for an even more comfortable sleeping position.



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While you could make yourself quite comfortable in one of the Coach seats available on board - as these seats recline and include foot and leg rests - reserving a private Amtrak Sleeping car room accommodation is the best way to ride the rails overnight, especially if you will be on the train multiple nights.

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cushioned and offers excellent comfort. Stretch yourself in the berth ,as the train accelerate ,the jerk, the rocking ,and mild vibrations ,is akin to being in a cradle with lullaby, put you to sleep instantly. In Non Air Con coaches,the mild ,restricted flow of natural air adds power to your sleep.

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Tips for Living Near Train Tracks
  1. Earplugs: Wearing earplugs can combat the train noise and help you sleep through the night.
  2. White noise: A white noise machine or app will provide a constant low-level background noise that can help you sleep through occasional train whistles.


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The same is applicable to boats. Trains have room to stand up, so one is always on them, even when asleep. These are the usages that feel right to me. In addition to the other answers, as a native speaker (of American English), the preposition on in this context makes me think of travel, as in on a journey.

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If you see that someone has been sleeping for a while on the bus or the train then go ahead and wake up them up to inform them. The best way to this is to always be polite. Start of with, “Hi, I've noticed you've been asleep for awhile now and you might have missed your stop already.”

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Choose Your Seat Wisely If possible, try to get a window seat, as this will give you a wall to lean against—the curvature from the wall to the window might be the perfect match for your sleepy head. Also, avoid seats near the bathroom, as these can be noisy and busy.

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Cars in the front of the train are usually more steady feeling than the cars near the end. The optimal seat to prevent motion sickness is a seat in the middle of one of the first train cars. Be sure to choose a forward-facing seat, and if you're riding a double-decker train, stay on the bottom level.

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Trains are three times more dangerous than flying but safer than traveling by car (which is 40 times more risky than flying), according to Savage.

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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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Sleeping accommodations are considered “Sleeper Service” accommodations aboard Amtrak. As Sleeper Service passengers, you and your sleeping car companions (up to the maximum passenger capacity for your accommodation) are entitled to receive all regular meals as part of your accommodations.

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10 Things to Do on a Long Train Journey
  1. Play a game. Few activities pass the time quicker than playing a game. ...
  2. Read a book. ...
  3. Listen to a podcast. ...
  4. Meditate. ...
  5. Learn a new skill. ...
  6. Learn about your destination. ...
  7. Watch a film or TV show. ...
  8. Plan your day.


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When choosing a seat on a train, try to get one in the center-most car, or one of the central cars. This will put you as far as possible from the most common points of issue for collisions or derailment, namely the front and end of the train. Also, when possible, sit in a rear-facing seat.

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