Wi-Fi Free basic WiFi available in select trains and stations. Some include Acela, Adirondack (not available in Canada), Amtrak Cascades (not available in Canada), Amtrak Hartford Line, Auto Train, Blue Water, Capitol Corridor, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Downeaster, Empire Service, Ethan, Allen Express, Hiawatha Service, Illini/Saluki, and Illinois Zephyr/Carl Sandburg
Quiet zone Quiet Cars, designed for limited conversation and subdued tones, are available on various trains like Acela, Northeast Regional, and more. The atmosphere is calm with low lighting. Seating follows first-come, first-served and one seat per person policies.
First Class Rooms: For those seeking privacy and space, First Class private rooms are an available option.
Power sockets Electric outlets are distributed on trains. For example, Superliner and Viewliner sleepers provide outlets in Roomettes and Bedrooms.
Air conditioning All trains are air-conditioned. In coaches, temperature is staff-controlled. Sleeper cars offer air temperature adjustments, with vent positioning recommended for comfort.
Luggage On Amtrak, regardless of your ticket type, you can typically bring two carry-on bags and two personal items. Just make sure your carry-ons are within 28 x 22 x 14 inches and under 50 lbs. Some locations even allow up to four checked bags: two come free, and two for $20 each, but they should stay under 75 linear inches and 50 lbs. You can also check in overweight luggage, up to 70 lbs and 100 linear inches, for an additional $20 fee.
Accessibility All trains accommodate passengers with disabilities. Features include accessible seats with extra room and areas where passengers can remain in their wheelchairs.
Food and drink Trains offer various dining options, from meals to café services. Meal service is available for passengers with disabilities. Guidelines are present for personal food, beverages, and medication. Nutritional and allergen information provided for menu items.
Bicycle Amtrak accommodates various types of special equipment with certain conditions. Bicycles are allowed on many routes, often requiring a reservation and small fee. Wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices are accepted on all trains, with specific accessible seating and bedrooms available. Small musical instruments can be carried on if they fit under the seat or overhead rack, while larger ones must meet carry-on restrictions or be checked. Some sports equipment, like skis or golf clubs, can be carried on or checked depending on size.
Wi-Fi Most of Via Rail's fleet offers Wi-Fi Internet access.
Power sockets Most of Via Rail's fleet provides electrical outlets.
Luggage You can carry two pieces of carry-on luggage, not exceeding 11.5 kg each, and two pieces of checked baggage at 23 kg each for free on certain routes. Carry-on bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat. There's also the possibility of carrying oversized items like sporting equipment and musical instruments with specific restrictions and potential charges. For passengers traveling in sleeper classes on long-distance routes, an additional piece of checked luggage is allowed.
Accessibility Trains are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Sleeper Plus: Both 'The Canadian' and 'The Ocean' feature cabins accessible for those with reduced mobility.
Prestige: 'The Canadian' includes a cabin suitable for travelers with reduced mobility.
Food and drink Economy: Purchase snacks, meals, local beers, wines, and non-alcoholic drinks onboard. Adhere to the alcohol consumption policy.
Business: Nutritious gourmet dishes made from local ingredients served with wine. Special meal requests available. Wide selection of local wines, beers, tea, and coffee provided.
Sleeper Plus: Refer to the Food and drinks section for meal details. Special meal orders and affordable alcoholic beverages available. Option to bring personal drinks.
Prestige: Three-course gourmet meals prepared onboard. Choose from three dishes per meal in the Dining car. Special meal orders accepted. Unlimited drinks, local wines, and beers served anytime.
Air conditioning All coaches come with air conditioning.
Bicycle Child safety seats can be brought aboard but cannot be used in seats for safety reasons, and can be checked as baggage if necessary. Passengers with disabilities can bring mobility aids such as wheelchairs or scooters, with some trains providing spaces for secure placement, or else these aids can be stored as checked baggage. Sporting equipment such as bicycles, skis, and golf clubs can also be transported as checked baggage on certain routes for an additional fee. For musicians, carrying cases for smaller instruments can count as one piece of carry-on baggage, while larger instruments can be checked in if they meet size and weight requirements.
