Does Amtrak Northeast Regional have assigned seats?

Amtrak offers assigned seating to the highest class of service on trains. On Northeast Regional trains, this means business class can select seats for free. On Acela Express trains, only first class can select seats for free.

How do I know my seat on Amtrak?

Your seat number is printed on your eTicket. Your seat number also appears on your Amtrak.com and Amtrak app booking confirmations.

Is Amtrak assigned seating?

Seats are automatically assigned when customers complete their reservation. To select a preferred seat, customers can simply change their assigned seat at any time prior to boarding via an interactive seat map on Amtrak’s mobile app, at Amtrak.com, or with a ticket agent.

How does Amtrak seating work?

Essentially, you board the train and look for open seats in the coach or quiet car. If you are traveling with a large group, you can look for the Amtrak “red cap” service desk or staff wearing red caps who can help you find seating.

Can you sleep in Amtrak coach seats?

It IS possible to sleep in a coach seat. Our wide reclining chairs with tons of legroom and adjustable footrests will have you sleeping like a … well … you know. This gives you that warm and cozy feeling even as you’re traveling across America! Load up your cell phone or tablet with a few movies.

Is it better to sit on the upper or lower level on Amtrak?

While most passengers ride in the upper level for a panoramic view of the passing scenery, the lower level coach seats provide the convenience of well-appointed restrooms within the car. Advance reservations (by train, not by individual seat) are required. Seating is guaranteed on these reserved services.

Do your bags get searched on Amtrak?

If you’re traveling by train and a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent asks to search your bags, you have the right to refuse.