We paid $1,586 to book a private room and bring our car on the Amtrak Auto Train. For us, the pros outweighed the cons.
A traveler shares their experience using the Amtrak Auto Train, noting that the $1,586 cost for a private room and vehicle transport was a worthwhile alternative to driving or flying. The author highlights the convenience of avoiding traffic and the comfort of a private sleeping space.
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Having a bed to sleep in and not having to sit in traffic made our private room on the Amtrak Auto Train feel like a pretty good deal. Jay Silver My friend and I got a private room for two and brought a car on the Amtrak Auto Train for $1,586. The ride took just over 17 hours, the food was better than I expected, and I loved avoiding traffic. Although our bathroom was small and sleeping on a train was challenging, I'd totally do this again. On a recent trip to Florida , I was excited to try out Amtrak's Auto Train. By choosing rail travel and paying a fee to bring my car on board, I'd be able to have my vehicle with me at my final destination — a benefit of driving without the stress of hitting the road.
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