What is the difference between a roomette and a sleeper on Amtrak?

Roomettes (1 to 2 people) Two seats convert into one single bed and another bed folds down from above to form an upper bunk. You'll find roomettes in sleeper cars, or train cars that only contain sleeping accommodations. All sleeper cars have a shower room and bathroom.



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Roomette. For customers seeking both privacy and savings in First Class, Roomettes feature two comfortable seats by day transformed to upper and lower beds by night. Each room includes a big picture window, newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens and access to a restroom and shower in your car.

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For customers seeking both privacy and savings in First Class, Roomettes feature: Two comfortable seats by day transformed into upper and lower beds by night. Newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens. Access to a restroom and shower in your car.

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Roomettes (1 to 2 people) Two seats convert into one single bed and another bed folds down from above to form an upper bunk. You'll find roomettes in sleeper cars, or train cars that only contain sleeping accommodations. All sleeper cars have a shower room and bathroom.

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Two comfortable seats by day transformed into upper and lower beds by night. Newly upgraded bedding, pillows, towels and linens. Access to a restroom and shower in your car.

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All your meals are included You can enjoy good food, drinks, with a window seat to view incredible scenery. In addition to our regular menu items, kids can get all their favorites onboard. All food onboard is handled with the utmost care for your health and safety.

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To book your Roomette and bring a companion for free, visit Amtrak.com/privateroomsale enter code C450 when booking a trip on the Amtrak app. Reservations must be made at least one day prior to departure. The paying adult and free companion must travel in the same room and reserve in the same reservation.

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I'm a plus-size traveler who prefers to take trains instead of planes whenever possible. Boarding trains is much more seamless, with no airport pat-downs or super-narrow aisles. Amtrak seats also tend to be larger than most plane seats, meaning I don't have to purchase two.

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General Guidelines: Tipping is NOT required, but is considered correct for the service crew personnel on the train. Recommendations: Snack bar attendant: roughly 10%. Dining car: 15% of menu prices (sleeping car passengers may want to note this when ordering their meals).

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Roomette: Two overnight bags. Family Room: Two to three suitcases.

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The reasons sleepers are expensive is simple: many more people want to take them than there are spots available.

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You'll find roomettes in sleeper cars, or train cars that only contain sleeping accommodations. All sleeper cars have a shower room and bathroom. Additionally, some of the single-level (Viewliner) trains, your roomette will have a sink and toilet.

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Think of it as a hotel room on the tracks Most importantly, roomettes give you the privacy and social distancing that keep you safe and healthy. Close the door, take off your mask, and enjoy the view!

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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. Personal food and beverages are allowed in the upper level of Superliner Sightseer Lounges.

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Ten Amtrak roomette tips
  • No. 1: Good shoes. You'll want to make sure you have comfortable footwear during your stay. ...
  • No. 2: Pack lightly and intentionally. ...
  • No. 3: Snacks. ...
  • No. 4: A power strip. ...
  • No. 5: A blanket/pillow. ...
  • No. 6: Downloads. ...
  • No. 7: Layers of clothing. ...
  • No. 8: Cash.


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If you're traveling in coach on some of Amtrak's long-distance train services, you'll now have the opportunity to use the dining car onboard. Coach passengers will now be able to enjoy full-fledged meals for an additional cost in the dining car, which was a beloved service removed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Why is Amtrak sleeper car so expensive? Heavy demand for private rooms on many routes has prompted Amtrak to charge the highest fares that passengers will pay.

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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 not nearly as expensive, taking an Amtrak train across the US is also largely the domain of rail enthusiasts as it takes multiple days and costs significantly more than flying. In countries like Japan, South Korea and much of Europe, the opposite is true as the train is simply a way to travel larger distances.

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