De som planerar att resa mycket med tåg kommer med största sannolikhet att använda Amtrak-tågen som är bland de mest populära fjärrtågen och som bland annat kör internationella rutter. Amtrak-tågen erbjuder flera tågklasser att välja mellan, inklusive 1:a och 2:a klass. I 2:a klass är platserna vanligtvis placerade 2+2 i varje rad, 1:a klass har i allmänhet platser 2+1. Alla Amtrak tågvagnar har luftkonditionering, bekväma säten samt rymliga ytor för passagerarnas bagage. De flesta tåg har en bistro- eller restaurangvagn där resenärerna kan köpa mat och dryck under resan, samt dragvagnar med snacks att köpa. Tågpersonalen talar dessutom ett eller två språk, inklusive engelska.

Reseklasser ombord Amtrak tåget

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    Business Class Seat

    Enjoy the exclusive amenities that come with traveling in Business Class — a premium, enhanced experience offered on most corridor services across the Amtrak system. Specific features vary by route, but Business Class includes extra legroom, a wide and comfortable seat, and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages.

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    Executive Class

    First Class seating is available exclusively on Acela. First Class passengers enjoy priority boarding, premium amenities, complimentary onboard food and beverage services and privileged access to station lounges.

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    Economy Class Sits

    Coach class is offered on every Amtrak train and features wide, reclining seats with ample legroom, no middle seat option and at-seat trays, reading lights and electric outlets. Restrooms are located in each car.

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    Business Class Seat

    Enjoy the exclusive amenities that come with traveling in Business Class — a premium, enhanced experience offered on most corridor services across the Amtrak system. Specific features vary by route, but Business Class includes extra legroom, a wide and comfortable seat, and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages.

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    Economy Class Sits

    Coach class is offered on every Amtrak train and features wide, reclining seats with ample legroom, no middle seat option and at-seat trays, reading lights and electric outlets. Restrooms are located in each car.

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    2-säng sovhytt

    Roomettes, Bedrooms and Accessible Bedrooms offer seating by day and comfortable berths by night. Meals are complimentary for First Class customers on the Silver Meteor and Silver Star. Each room offers linens, towels, pillows, temperature controls, electrical outlets and access to a private restroom and shower. Plus, your dedicated First Class attendant is on hand to assist with meals and luggage, provide turndown service, and share great stories of life on the rails.

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    2-säng sovhytt

    Roomettes, Bedrooms and Accessible Bedrooms offer seating by day and comfortable berths by night. Meals are complimentary for First Class customers on the Silver Meteor and Silver Star. Each room offers linens, towels, pillows, temperature controls, electrical outlets and access to a private restroom and shower. Plus, your dedicated First Class attendant is on hand to assist with meals and luggage, provide turndown service, and share great stories of life on the rails.

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    Business Class Seat

    The seats are arranged in 2-2 configuration. They are comfortable with plenty of legroom. There are 120V outlets by the window if you need to recharge your electronic devices. A snack box is included with a selection of beverages (soft drinks or wine) and a Free newspaper. Priority boarding in San Diego. Carry-on bags should be smaller than 28 x 22 x 11 inches. 

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    Economy Class Sits

    Basic Amenities: Seats come with tray tables and overhead storage for carry-on luggage. Reclining seats are arranged in a 2-2 configuration and they come with power outlets and reading lights. The Pacific Surfliner often includes a café car where passengers can purchase snacks, beverages, and light meals. Passengers can enjoy great views of the California coastline and scenic landscapes as the Pacific Surfliner travels along its route.