Obtain reserved seats. Book space on Metroliner service trains or use Club or Custom Class service. Reserved seats are also available in other corridor routes and New York's Empire service. Use checked baggage service. Checked baggage service is available at most major Amtrak stations.
Kids travel half price.
Children 2 to 15 accompanied by an adult are eligible for 50 percent off the adult fare. The limit is two half-fares per adult.