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, the concept of "checking" luggage at a train station like you do at an airport is rare and varies significantly by country. On most standard rail networks (like the London Underground, SNCF in France, or Amtrak's regional lines), you are responsible for carrying your own bags onto the train and storing them in designated overhead racks or end-of-carriage luggage areas. However, some high-end or long-distance services offer more traditional service. Amtrak's long-distance routes in the U.S. often provide a "Checked Baggage" service at major stations, where you hand your large suitcases to an agent and pick them up at your final destination. In Spain, Renfe (AVE) requires all bags to pass through an X-ray scanner before you enter the platform, though you still carry them onto the train yourself. In Japan and Europe, many major stations offer coin-operated lockers or "Left Luggage" offices where you can store bags for a fee while you explore the city, but this is for temporary storage rather than "checking in" for a trip. Always check your specific rail carrier's policy, as "self-service" is the default for 90% of global rail travel in 2026.