by Jeff Smith
It's been discussed on here, but not as a separate topic from what I can tell: Lifehacker.com
What is this, Southwest Airlines???!!!
What is this, Southwest Airlines???!!!
How to Improve Your Chances of Getting a Seat on Amtrak
On a recent Amtrak trip, I arrived early, boarded as quickly as possible, and yet, wound up without a seat. I had purchased a “reserved seat” ticket, and when I asked the conductor about this, he told me that everyone on the train had a “reserved seat” ticket and having one did not guarantee you a seat.
As frustrating at this is, there are ways to improve your chances of getting a seat on a very full train. Here’s what you need to know about Amtrak’s coach ticketing policy and more importantly, how to snag yourself a seat.
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"Each passenger paying a fare will be entitled to a seat, to the extent coach seats are available.
Passengers are entitled to one seat per fare, to ensure other paying passengers are not excluded. Unless specific seats are assigned, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Seat availability is not guaranteed until we provide you with a reservation confirmation. On unreserved trains there are no guaranteed seats. Seating arrangements will be made without regard to race, color, gender, creed or national origin. Amtrak reserves the right, whenever operating conditions require, to transfer passengers from one car or train to another en route.
Seating is limited. Seats may not be available on all trains at all times."
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~el Jefe :: RAILROAD.NET Site Administrator/Co-Owner; Carman at Naugatuck Railroad
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~el Jefe :: RAILROAD.NET Site Administrator/Co-Owner; Carman at Naugatuck Railroad
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