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As part of a Summer Travel Flash Sale, Amtrak has announced a series of heavily discounted ticket prices for journeys across the United States, and my gosh these are some deals that Washingtonians will want to capitalize on!
If you plan to book a trip before May 16, 2024, for any dates between June 1 and August 30, then this sale is perfect for you and you could save big on Amtrak tickets. The perfect way to travel from Washington D.C. to other major cities like Philadelphia and New York City, this downtown-to-downtown service is one of the most convenient ways to travel. Plus, there are no blackout dates in the sale (Fourth of July trip, anyone?).
There are two different ticket options currently being offered, Coach, which is the standard option, and Acela Business Class, which is North America’s only high-speed train! While the Acela’s 150 MPH speeds don’t quite hold up to the proposed Northeast Maglev train, which would reach over 300 MPH, it happens to be one of the best options available at the moment.
Customers who opt for the Acela Business Class tickets would be able to reserve their preferred seats for their planned trips and can also expect to have some additional legroom that may not be as readily available compared to seats in Coach.
What deals are available for Washington D.C.?
Sample fares for the Summer Travel Flash Sale are as low as the following (Coach/Acela):
- Washington D.C. to/from Philadelphia – $25/60
- Washington D.C. to/from New York – $39/84
There are additional routes available for purchase, but to find a route that best fits your planned itinerary be sure to check the Amtrak website. No promo code required!