Looking for a comfortable, scenic, and stress-free way to explore the USA? Train travel with Amtrak offers a unique way to experience America’s landscapes while enjoying spacious seating, on-board amenities, and a relaxed journey.
As an official Amtrak booking agent, British TIPS makes it simple to plan your trip. Email rail@britishtips.com, call 021 975 2047, or WhatsApp +27 76 399 4640.
Why travel by Amtrak?
Amtrak is the USA’s national rail operator. With over 500 destinations across 46 states and a focus on intercity passenger travel, it’s one of the best options for train travel in the USA.
- Convenient: No airport security, long check-in times, or stressing to get to the city centre – just board and go, city to city.
- Scenic journeys: Trains have large windows so you can sit back and watch the countryside and cityscapes go by.
- Comfortable: Amtrak trains have reclining seats with plenty of legroom – and no dreaded middle seats. Private sleeper cabins are available on long-distance trains.
- Amenities: Most routes offer free WiFi, so you can post your travel pics. There are also dining/café services. You can also bring snacks and drinks on board.
- Eco-friendly: Amtrak trains are more energy efficient, produce less greenhouse emissions, and are a much more sustainable way to travel than driving or flying. They’re also working at making all their operations even more eco-friendly.
- Slow tourism: For those who like to take their time and truly immerse themselves in the journey, many Amtrak routes offer the perfect transport option. Do an entire route in one go or build your itinerary around it – the choice is yours.
Iconic Amtrak routes
The US boasts some truly incredible train journeys, including:
- The California Zephyr: The USA’s longest continuous train ride – and one of its most scenic. At around 52 hours, the full journey takes you from Chicago to San Francisco, passing through the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada. Although you can do the entire journey in one go (we recommend booking a sleeping car), it’s best to stop along the route, exploring towns like Denver and Salt Lake City.
- The Coast Starlight: A dreamy name for a lovely US train journey. This route runs between Los Angeles and Seattle, and showcases the spectacular Pacific coastline, dense forests, and dramatic mountain ranges.
- The Northeast Corridor: This route whisks you between Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The full journey takes around 8 hours.
- The Southwest Chief: View the stunning landscapes of the Great Plains, Painted Desert, and Grand Canyon region on this journey between Chicago and Los Angeles. The full journey takes around 43 hours.
Plan your Amtrak adventure today
Whether you’re planning a business trip, a scenic getaway, or a cross-country train journey, Amtrak offers an unforgettable experience. Whether it’s a one-way trip or a multi-city itinerary, we’ll handle your booking so you can focus on enjoying the ride..
Get in touch to book! Email rail@britishtips.com, call 021 975 2047, or WhatsApp +27 76 399 4640.
