Amtrak Passenger Discount for Seniors

Do you like to travel by train, whether to visit family or your favorite places? You may be able to save 10% on Amtrak train tickets if you’re age 65 or older. For some Amtrack routes, you can save as much as 50%. To get these savings, you have to follow certain rules. ## What is Amtrack? Amtrak is a train service run by the federal government. It carries people across the United States to many major cities and small towns. Some trains also go to parts of Canada. You can ride Amtrak for short trips or long trips. ## How does the Amtrack senior discount work? If you are age **65 or older**: - You can save 10% on most Amtrak train tickets. - You can save 50% on a one-way coach ticket for an Amtrak Downeaster train. The Amtrak Downeaster makes five roundtrips every day between Maine and Boston. If you are age **60 or older** and traveling between the U.S. and Canada on trains run with VIA Rail Canada: - You can save 10% on your ticket. ## Important things to know about the Amtrack senior discount - The discount does not cover sleeping rooms. - The discount may not work on some connecting train services. - You may not be able to use your discount with other discounted fares. - Other rules may apply. ## How can I get the Amtrack senior discount? Choose the option “**Senior**” for at least one traveler when you [book your trip online at Amtrak.com](https://www.amtrak.com/). Your discount will be added automatically at checkout. Show proof of your age when you buy your ticket and on the train. This may be your driver’s license or another form of ID you carry in your wallet. ## Who should I contact if I need more information? [Visit the Amtrack website](https://www.amtrak.com/seniors-discount) to learn more about travel routes, train schedules, and ticket prices.