If you’re anything like us, we’re already moodboarding our fall getaways, from cozy cabins in the Catskills to riding the country’s longest mountain coaster. Fortunately, Amtrak’s on the same page as they just launched their Fall Flash Sale to make autumnal escapes even easier.
Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Eliot Hamlisch said
The fall season is a great time of year for travelers to rediscover the joy of train travel thanks to some of the best views of the country from our large, panoramic windows…Whether riding through the vibrant Northeast, the sun-soaked South, the scenic West Coast, or beautiful Middle America, our guests can enjoy a comfortable and relaxing journey without traffic or middle seats, and with big savings.
Amtrak’s Fall Flash Sale
Riders can take advantage of up to 25% off Coach class fares on routes including: Amtrak Cascades, Amtrak Virginia, Auto Train, California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor, Cardinal, Carolinian/Piedmont, City of New Orleans, Coast Starlight, Crescent, Downeaster, Empire Builder, Floridian, Hiawatha, Illinois Services, Lake Shore Limited, Michigan Services, Northeast Regional, San Joaquin, Silver Meteor, Southwest Chief, Sunset Limited, Texas Eagle, and the Vermonter.
Amtrak services stations across 500 destinations across the country. Passengers will be privy to wide reclining seats, generous legroom, no middle seats, and picturesque windows, all available in Coach class.
“Whether exploring nature, cheering on your favorite team or enjoying the changing foliage, you can experience the best of the season as you travel by train,” writes Amtrak’s website. Plus, you can even book a seat on one of the country’s most beautiful train routes from NYC to catch the incredible scenes along the way.
Sample fares
Pricing for fares to and from NYC include:
- Baltimore to NYC: $42
- Boston to NYC: $45
- Chicago to NYC: $81
- NYC to Washington D.C.: $45
Amtrak’s Fall Flash Sale dates
Rides must book their fall trip now through Wednesday, August 20th for travel dates between Wednesday, September 3rd and Thursday, November 13, 2025. Booking can be done directly on the Amtrak website or the Amtrak app.
