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meandtheguys · 07-26-2003, 08:57 AM

Thanks! That's a big help!
Michelle

even1 · 07-27-2003, 06:31 PM

Thanks all!! Does anyone know the quickest route to WDW from the Sanford station? I seem to remember someone posting that the most common route taken is not the quickest but I can't remember the details. We want to arrive ASAP!!

cherylp3 · 07-28-2003, 09:15 AM

I usually Take I4 and luckily have not run into Orlando traffic.

Cheryl

ennisb · 08-08-2003, 09:18 AM

How easy is it to get to the Autotrain from 95 south. Heading down there next week and was wondering if I need to find a local map or if there are signs on 95 and then the local roads that will direct us to the station.

Thanks

cherylp3 · 08-08-2003, 09:33 AM

There is a sign on 95 before the exit (which is exit 163)
and a sign when you get off the exit
(They are green highway signs I believe. )

You should have brief maps in the booklet your tickets came in.

Cheryl

ennisb · 08-10-2003, 06:20 PM

Cherylp3,

Thanks, found them listed in the booklet with the tickets. Thanks

cherylp3 · 08-11-2003, 07:05 PM

You are welcome Ennis

meandtheguys · 09-10-2003, 06:22 AM

Leaving Saturday on the Autotrain! Are there any questions not answered that I could check on for anyone? I would be thrilled to help out someone since I have been helped out soooo much!

Michelle:D

cherylp3 · 09-16-2003, 01:25 PM

Don't forget your report!!
:D

dorisdvu · 09-16-2003, 02:38 PM

How is the auto train cheaper than renting a car? Am I missing something? Am I understanding this correctly. I live in KY, so I would have to drive to Lorton VA to board. The cost for 3 adults and 2 children (2 and 7) is $1113.60. I can get a rental for a lot less than that and airfare wouldn't be that much more. The auto train sounds interesting but I'm not sure it's worth this price.

cherylp3 · 09-16-2003, 04:10 PM

Hi Doris,

I'll answer your question.

Here's the stats of my trip
Cheryl
------------------------
Booked in May - got 25% discount
Leaving on Autotrain 10/31 - Leaving Sanford 11/15
Onsite 11/2 -11/7 Off Site 11/7 -11/15
Tickets for 3 people in Coach section
( stopping in NY to pickup Husband's Grandfather)
Total is - $630 for 3 ppl
Hotel night before - $100
Total is - $730 for 3 ppl
-----------------------------
Here is the cost if I didn't do the Auto train
$374 for Song for 2 ppl
$145 For a rental car from 11/7 -11/15
Total is $519 so far
Transportation from Home to Logan - $90 (towncar)
Transportation from MCO to Disney - $85 (towncar)
Then the total would be $694
-------------------------------------
So in my situation it works out,
I can stop and pick up Husband's Grandfather in NY
I have my own car an no need to worry about how much I need to pack. I get dinner and a movie on the train.
Also helps me since I'm afraid of flying.

dorisdvu · 09-17-2003, 09:39 AM

What is the difference between LL reserved coach and reserved coach? How are kids in coach?

cherylp3 · 09-17-2003, 10:16 AM

LL Reserved coach is primarily for Handicapped Passengers.
It is the Lower Level, on the same level as the restrooms.
The LL compartment seats approx 20 people and if you are travelling at a slow time you may be able to spread out.

Also note in lower level each compartment is seperated so in order to walk you have to go upstairs to the main coach and walk through.

Regarding Kids in coach this thread has some really good tips
http://www.disboards.com/showthread....hreadid=363678

kbeverina · 09-17-2003, 12:50 PM

Hi, Cheryl--sorry I haven't posted my pictures yet--I have a couple on the roll that's still in the camera--hopefully I'll finish that up soon.

Anyway, I don't know if this has been posted anywhere, but AutoTrain has cancelled service tomorrow due to Isabel. I hope this doesn't affect anyone's trip:

http://www.nbc4.com/isabel/2488245/detail.html

flaps · 09-19-2003, 05:37 AM

Thanks for the helpful and informative thread, cherylp3.

I'm planning on taking the AT one-way from Lorton to Sanford in late 2004. Would you (or anyone else reading this

) happen to know how far in advance I can book? I've been fiddling with the quote feature on Amtrak's website, but right now I think the most advanced date there that I can check prices for the AT is June of next year.

Again, thanks for the thread. I've got it bookmarked.

07-26-2003, 08:57 AM	#16
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07-27-2003, 06:31 PM	#17
even1 Oh, I got tagged with a little help from my friends :) Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Yonkers NY Posts: 254	Thanks all!! Does anyone know the quickest route to WDW from the Sanford station? I seem to remember someone posting that the most common route taken is not the quickest but I can't remember the details. We want to arrive ASAP!! __________________

07-28-2003, 09:15 AM	#18
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08-08-2003, 09:18 AM	#19
ennisb DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 404	How easy is it to get to the Autotrain from 95 south. Heading down there next week and was wondering if I need to find a local map or if there are signs on 95 and then the local roads that will direct us to the station. Thanks __________________ =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= DVC Owner and fortunate enough to have enjoyed WDW, DL, and Aulanai

08-08-2003, 09:33 AM	#20
cherylp3 Florida Resident Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Davenport, FL (Orlando Area) Posts: 4,731	There is a sign on 95 before the exit (which is exit 163) and a sign when you get off the exit (They are green highway signs I believe. ) You should have brief maps in the booklet your tickets came in. Cheryl __________________ Dreams DO come true!! Booked on 2008 Member cruise!! DVC Member Cruise 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007

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08-10-2003, 06:20 PM	#21
ennisb DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 404	Cherylp3, Thanks, found them listed in the booklet with the tickets. Thanks __________________ =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= DVC Owner and fortunate enough to have enjoyed WDW, DL, and Aulanai

08-11-2003, 07:05 PM	#22
cherylp3 Florida Resident Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Davenport, FL (Orlando Area) Posts: 4,731	You are welcome Ennis __________________ Dreams DO come true!! Booked on 2008 Member cruise!! DVC Member Cruise 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007

09-10-2003, 06:22 AM	#23
meandtheguys Dear lady, the Tag Fairies are everywhere, see everything and when possible, tell all!!!! ;) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 800	Leaving Saturday on the Autotrain! Are there any questions not answered that I could check on for anyone? I would be thrilled to help out someone since I have been helped out soooo much! Michelle:D __________________ Michelle, content mother of 3 and wife of one!

09-16-2003, 01:25 PM	#24
cherylp3 Florida Resident Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Davenport, FL (Orlando Area) Posts: 4,731	Don't forget your report!! :D __________________ Dreams DO come true!! Booked on 2008 Member cruise!! DVC Member Cruise 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007

09-16-2003, 02:38 PM	#25
dorisdvu Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: KY Posts: 372	Am I missing something? How is the auto train cheaper than renting a car? Am I missing something? Am I understanding this correctly. I live in KY, so I would have to drive to Lorton VA to board. The cost for 3 adults and 2 children (2 and 7) is $1113.60. I can get a rental for a lot less than that and airfare wouldn't be that much more. The auto train sounds interesting but I'm not sure it's worth this price. __________________ Doris

09-16-2003, 04:10 PM	#26
cherylp3 Florida Resident Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Davenport, FL (Orlando Area) Posts: 4,731	Hi Doris, I'll answer your question. Here's the stats of my trip Cheryl ------------------------ Booked in May - got 25% discount Leaving on Autotrain 10/31 - Leaving Sanford 11/15 Onsite 11/2 -11/7 Off Site 11/7 -11/15 Tickets for 3 people in Coach section ( stopping in NY to pickup Husband's Grandfather) Total is - $630 for 3 ppl Hotel night before - $100 Total is - $730 for 3 ppl ----------------------------- Here is the cost if I didn't do the Auto train $374 for Song for 2 ppl $145 For a rental car from 11/7 -11/15 Total is $519 so far Transportation from Home to Logan - $90 (towncar) Transportation from MCO to Disney - $85 (towncar) Then the total would be $694 ------------------------------------- So in my situation it works out, I can stop and pick up Husband's Grandfather in NY I have my own car an no need to worry about how much I need to pack. I get dinner and a movie on the train. Also helps me since I'm afraid of flying. __________________ Dreams DO come true!! Booked on 2008 Member cruise!! DVC Member Cruise 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007

09-17-2003, 09:39 AM	#27
dorisdvu Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: KY Posts: 372	What is the difference between LL reserved coach and reserved coach? How are kids in coach? __________________ Doris

09-17-2003, 10:16 AM	#28
cherylp3 Florida Resident Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Davenport, FL (Orlando Area) Posts: 4,731	LL Reserved coach is primarily for Handicapped Passengers. It is the Lower Level, on the same level as the restrooms. The LL compartment seats approx 20 people and if you are travelling at a slow time you may be able to spread out. Also note in lower level each compartment is seperated so in order to walk you have to go upstairs to the main coach and walk through. Regarding Kids in coach this thread has some really good tips http://www.disboards.com/showthread....hreadid=363678 __________________ Dreams DO come true!! Booked on 2008 Member cruise!! DVC Member Cruise 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007

09-17-2003, 12:50 PM	#29
kbeverina DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Virginia Posts: 4,444	Hi, Cheryl--sorry I haven't posted my pictures yet--I have a couple on the roll that's still in the camera--hopefully I'll finish that up soon. Anyway, I don't know if this has been posted anywhere, but AutoTrain has cancelled service tomorrow due to Isabel. I hope this doesn't affect anyone's trip: http://www.nbc4.com/isabel/2488245/detail.html

09-19-2003, 05:37 AM	#30
flaps He became "the one" when I said my vows besides, wardrobe malfunctions are, like, so...so last (football) season Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 4,002	Thanks for the helpful and informative thread, cherylp3. I'm planning on taking the AT one-way from Lorton to Sanford in late 2004. Would you (or anyone else reading this ) happen to know how far in advance I can book? I've been fiddling with the quote feature on Amtrak's website, but right now I think the most advanced date there that I can check prices for the AT is June of next year. Again, thanks for the thread. I've got it bookmarked. __________________

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