Can you choose your roomette on Amtrak?
Table of Contents
- Can you choose your roomette on Amtrak?
- Are roomettes on Amtrak private?
- How are the roomettes on Amtrak?
- Do your bags get searched on Amtrak?
- Can I bring a big suitcase on Amtrak?
- How much do you tip an Amtrak porter?
- Are Amtrak sleeper cars worth it?
- Do you have to wear a mask in a roomette on Amtrak?
- Where are the roomettes on an Amtrak train?
- When do you get your Amtrak room number?
- Are there private rooms on the Amtrak train?
- Is there a roomette on the Viewliner?

Can you choose your roomette on Amtrak?
You can choose your roomette if you make your reservation with an agent at 800-USA-RAIL instead of using the website.
Are roomettes on Amtrak private?
Amtrak roomettes are private (and small) sleeping accommodations on long-distance trains. There are sliding doors that you can close at any time, or leave the door open for easy access to the hallway.
How are the roomettes on Amtrak?
In an Amtrak roomette there's ample storage to keep your carry-on bags, plus outlets for all of your gadgets. Each brightly lit roomette has huge double-decker windows and sleeps up to two people. The lower level chairs collapse into a comfortable bed, and there's a drop-down bed directly above them.
Do your bags get searched on Amtrak?
Amtrak train & station staff don't search your bags. However Amtrak Police may, a TSA VIPR team might set up & search, local PD have been known to search trains, and on some routes CBP/ICE will search. Police dogs are common around big stations.
Can I bring a big suitcase on Amtrak?
Unlike many transportation options, traveling with Amtrak is twice as nice with our generous baggage policy. When you travel with us, you can carry-on two free pieces of luggage. Each item should not exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg) and needs to be 28 x 22 x 14 inches in size.
How much do you tip an Amtrak porter?
Jim Loomis, author of “All Aboard! The Complete North American Train Travel Guide,” recommends $5 per passenger per night for sleeping-car attendants, and the standard 15 percent of what the meals would cost if you paid (prices are on the menu) outright.
Are Amtrak sleeper cars worth it?
Are Amtrak Sleeper Cars Worth It Amtrak sleeper cars are a great way to see the country in a private accommodation. Getting a sleeper car is worth it as you'll be getting free meals and bags included. When you add up the cost savings of a hotel in addition to the other benefits, the Amtrak sleeper car is a good value.
Do you have to wear a mask in a roomette on Amtrak?
Per federal law and Amtrak policy, all customers and employees must wear a face mask or covering that fully covers the entire mouth and nose, fits snugly against the side of the face, and secures under the chin at all times while onboard and in stations.
Where are the roomettes on an Amtrak train?
One through ten are on the upper level, and eleven to fourteen are on the lower. The car attendant has room number one. Roomette two is closest to the upper-level bathroom (that could be handy for some). Eleven to fourteen are on the lower level with thirteen and fourteen next to the family room.
When do you get your Amtrak room number?
Room numbers will be automatically assigned once you have booked. Your ticket will show your exact car and room number. Upon boarding, your Sleeping Car attendant can show you to your room. Superliner vs. Viewliner - What's the Difference?
Are there private rooms on the Amtrak train?
from a Private Room For a truly unique experience when traveling by train, Amtrak offers private room accommodations on many routes across the country. Located in the Sleeping Car, a private room is the perfect option for customers seeking privacy and space on a short trip and added comfort and amenities when traveling overnight.
Is there a roomette on the Viewliner?
Viewliner Sleeping Cars have roomettes, bedrooms, and an accessible room for special needs passengers. My first Amtrak Viewliner Roomette was aboard Amtrak’s Silver Meteor between Washington, DC (WAS), and Charleston, SC (CHS).