Where does the Auto Train go?
The Auto Train is only accessible from its two stations in Lorton, Virginia (approximately 30 minutes from Washington, D.C.) and Sanford, Florida (approximately 30 minutes from Orlando) and departs...
Amtrak Auto Train
Don't leave your car behind when you travel - bring your car with you while on the Amtrak Auto Train, and even stuff it to the brims! The Auto Train transports you and your car (or your van, motorcycle, SUV, small boat, jet-ski, or other recreational vehicles) nonstop from the Washington, DC area to sunny Florida, just outside of Orlando. While you and your family travel in comfort, your vehicle rides along in an enclosed auto carrier.
Save 900 hundred miles of driving, gasoline, and wear and tear on your car
Leave the worries of long-distance driving behind. North to South? South to North? Whichever way you are going, save the wear and tear on your car with the Auto Train! Sit back and relax as you avoid the 900-mile drive and instead opt into a hands-off, stress-free, relaxing journey on the Auto Train. Simply pack your car with everything you need for your trip between Lorton, Virginia (near Washington D.C.), and Sanford, Florida (near Orlando) and leave the driving behind. Once you’re onboard you can break out the cards, enjoy a meal and binge-watch your favorite series. Comfortable seats mean you can stretch out with miles of legroom or experience the ride from the privacy of your own sleeper. And please inquire about priority on-board and off-boarding for a simpler transit.
End of road trip hassles and enjoy a stress-free route by rail aboard the Auto Train
The Auto Train is easily accessible from its two stations in Lorton, Virginia (approximately 30 minutes from Washington, D.C.) and Sanford, Florida (approximately 30 minutes from Orlando) and departs daily from each station at 4 PM with an arrival of 9 AM the following morning.
Check-in starts at 11:30 am on the day of departure. Closing times depend on your vehicle type. No exceptions can be made, so be sure to plan your arrival at the station accordingly. Speed up your journey with a time-saving upgrade option for Auto Train. Reserve Priority Vehicle Offloading when you're booking and your vehicle will be one of the first 30 offloaded from the train.
The best way to drive I-95
Frequently asked questions
Are café cars open onboard the train?
Yes, most Amtrak routes offer Café service, with a variety of meals, snacks, and beverages for sale. Customers in all classes of service are invited to the Café and service is available from early...
How much does a private room onboard cost?
The prices of the private rooms onboard Amtrak vary depending on what type of room you reserve, your travel destination(s), when you are travelling, how far in advance you make your reservations, and...
Choose your sleeping accommodations
Sit back and relax in your roomy coach seat or reserve a private Bedroom or Roomette. Enjoy inclusive benefits such as priority passenger boarding onto the train, meals included, and dedicated sleeping car attendants.
Roomettes
Our Roomettes are designed for one or two people, with a restroom and shower facilities nearby.
Bedrooms
Our Bedrooms feature comfortable seating by day, with a private restroom and shower. In the evening, an attendant will convert the seats into sleeping berths.
Special accommodations
We also offer special accommodations for families with small children and for customers with special needs.
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