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Train Booking in the USA
How train booking works, what you need and how to get the best fare.
How train booking works
- Enter your departure city or station, destination and travel date.
- Compare departures, travel times and fares.
- Choose your seat class and passenger details.
- Pay securely and receive your confirmation by email.
What you need to book
Have the full names of every traveler as they appear on ID, your travel dates and a payment method. If you would rather book by phone, call (888) 885-6306.
Popular train booking routes
- New York to Washington DC train tickets
- New York to Boston train tickets
- Los Angeles to San Diego train tickets
- Chicago to St. Louis train tickets
- Seattle to Portland train tickets
- Philadelphia to New York train tickets
- Boston to Washington DC train tickets
- New York to Albany train tickets
- Chicago to Milwaukee train tickets
- New York to Buffalo train tickets
- Washington DC to Richmond train tickets
- New York to Miami train tickets
Changes and cancellations
Rules depend on the fare you choose. The terms are shown before payment, and our team can explain them. See the refund and cancellation policy on our site.
Related guides
New to trains? Read how to book a train, or save with cheap train tickets. Group travel? Call us about round-trip train tickets.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book a train for someone else?
Yes. Enter the traveler names exactly as they appear on their ID.
Is train booking secure?
Checkout is encrypted, and we do not store full payment card numbers.
Can I book a train by phone?
Yes. Call (888) 885-6306 and our team will help.