Discounts For The Autotrain??????

[kandb]

Hi everyone,
My family is taking the autotrain down to Disney in September. Since our kids are starting to get older (almost 3), I want to go down to Disney twice a year. I read somewhere about getting low rates for Amtraks autotrain (maybe on ebay)? I'm hoping to go again to Disney last week of Jan, first week of Feb. I know this is a really slow time, so I am hoping we can get low autotrain rates. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks, Linda

 

[canwegosoon]

I know last summer there was a sale on amtrak and autotrain... So I know they do exist. But put Jan or Feb discounts in your title, and you might get more traffic

 

[cherylp3]

Amtrak closed their ebay store. The best advice I have is to book early.

 

[DawnDelion]

The only discounts I know of are AAA, Student Advantage, Senior, and Veteren/Military. If you don't qualify for these, I guess the best is just to keep watching the fares.

 

[cherylp3]

Amtrak has a hot deals page at:
http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/Conte...ls_Index_Page&c=Page&cid=1080072922226&ssid=8

 

[NJBILL]

Amtrak has been running a discount on the auto-train every summer for a while (below), but usually only during the summer.


Kids Ride Free on the Auto Train

Use Promotion Code H608
Two FREE children's rail fare tickets (ages 2-15).
On sale through September 30, 2006.



This spring break – this summer vacation – kids ride FREE on Amtrak Auto Train.

Your vacation starts the moment you get on board with great savings — up to two children ages 2-15 ride for free with each paid adult. Enjoy a digEplayer movie, play card games with the kids, curl up in a comfy seat or simply watch the scenery rolling by. It’s even more fun to travel on Amtrak Auto Train with this great deal on family travel.

Ask for promotion code H608 and kids ride FREE as you travel south to sunny Florida's beaches and attractions, or north for summers with grandparents and visits to Washington, DC and the rest of the Northeast. It’s the perfect way to travel to and from Florida.

Meals are included in the price of all Auto Train tickets, no matter which travel class you purchase. Our expert chef will serve freshly prepared dinners including regional wines, vegetarian dishes and special dinners for kids. Snacks and beverages are available in the lounge car for an additional cost. On Auto Train there is something for everyone!

Getting there really is half the fun!

Terms & Conditions

Valid for sale between February 15, 2006 - September 30, 2006
Valid for travel between March 1, 2006 - October 3, 2006.
Reservations are required a minimum of three days prior to departure.
This offer is valid for up to two free children's rail fare tickets for children ages 2-15 with the purchase of one regular (full)adult, or disabled discounted adult rail fare.
Free child(ren) and adult(s) must travel together at all times and have tickets issued at the same time.
This offer is valid for travel only on the Auto Train (train# 52 and 53).
Offer is subject to any restrictions, blackouts and refund fees that apply to the type of fare purchased and upon which the discount is based.
Free child is subject to the same restrictions and conditions as the fare-paying passenger.

 

[Henlady]

Other than "Kids ride free" specials, I have not seen any discounts other than those listed in DawnDelion's response (ie.... AAA, Senior, military etc) for a couple of years. Amtrak used to have specials on their "rail sale" site, but the last one of those appeared around November 2003 (we used it for our Jan '04 trip). Supposedly there is a discount with the Orlando Magic card. I have applied for one of those and as soon as I get it I will post back and let you know if that discount actually exists.

Kris

15 days till our Favorite Restaurant Tour: AutoTrain to WDW>Cocoa Beach>St. Augustine>Myrtle Beach>Berkley Springs, WV>home.

120 days till our September Free Dining excursion - also via the AutoTrain

 

[NJBILL]

Other than "Kids ride free" specials, I have not seen any discounts other than those listed in DawnDelion's response (ie.... AAA, Senior, military etc) for a couple of years. Amtrak used to have specials on their "rail sale" site, but the last one of those appeared around November 2003 (we used it for our Jan '04 trip). Supposedly there is a discount with the Orlando Magic card. I have applied for one of those and as soon as I get it I will post back and let you know if that discount actually exists.

Kris

15 days till our Favorite Restaurant Tour: AutoTrain to WDW>Cocoa Beach>St. Augustine>Myrtle Beach>Berkley Springs, WV>home.

120 days till our September Free Dining excursion - also via the AutoTrain

I tried to use this on my trip this year with "roomettes", but was told it was only applicable to only "coach" seating.

 

[Henlady]

NJBill
If the Magic Card discount is applicable to coach seating, that will work for us, because in order to make the trip a little more cost effective in September, we were planning on just doing Coach seating.

Kris

 

[Cupmom]

I booked two 1 bedrooms for our August trip and got the kids free rate. RTemeber the room price is added on to the coach seat so you are not paying seat price for them but still have to pay the room price.