Amtrak Offering 50 Percent Off Fares to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Image: An Amtrak train. (photo via Laser1987 / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Image: An Amtrak train. (photo via Laser1987 / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Donald Wood
by Donald Wood
Last updated: 11:29 AM ET, Wed April 28, 2021

To celebrate Amtrak's 50th anniversary, the rail company is offering fares at 50 percent off.

Amtrak's 50th Anniversary Sale offers prices discounted by as much as 50 percent off, with a maximum of $50 per segment, available on coach class for routes across the United States, as well as Acela Business Class.

Sale fares are available through Amtrak's official website through May 5 for future travel between June 2 and November 13 on one-way coach and Acela Business Class only.

"Since launching service in 1971, Amtrak has been continuously driving towards the future - setting ambitious sustainability goals, rolling out sleek new locomotives and extending access to new communities," Amtrak CEO Bill Flynn said.

"To celebrate our 50th Anniversary and to welcome travelers back to Amtrak, we are offering deeply discounted fares of $50 or less per segment across our network for travel throughout the summer and fall," Flynn continued.

Amtrak revealed prices for several key routes:

RouteFareRouteFare
New York - Miami$50Washington, D.C. - Chicago$50
Lorton, Va. - Sanford, Fla.$50Los Angeles - Seattle$50
New York - Washington, D.CAcela - $50/NER- $30Philadelphia - New YorkAcela - $41/NER- $19
New York - BostonAcela - $49/NER - $30Washington, D.C. - PhiladelphiaAcela - $46/NER - $19
Portland, Ore. - Seattle$18Boston - Portland, Maine$15
Emeryville, Calif. - Sacramento, Calif.$15Chicago - East Lansing, Mich.$15

To simplify and safeguard the travel experience, several cleaning, contact-free and convenience measures have been implemented into every part of the customer journey.


For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter.

Topics From This Article to Explore

More From TravelPulse

Donald Wood

Donald Wood

Managing Editor

Donald Wood is TravelPulse’s Managing Editor, bringing nearly 15 years of experience to the desk. He currently lives outside Philadelphia with his wife and two children.

Grow Your Travel Business With Certified Courses

Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Puerto Vallarta Specialist ProgramEnveloped in the beauty of a by-gone time, this colorful town on Mexico’s Pacific Coast is sure to win...
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Korea Travel Specialist ProgramThis course will allow you to explore this fascinating country's incredible diversity of experiences...
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Costa Rica Specialist ProgramCosta Rica Specialist Program academy ENROLL NOW Costa Rica offers golden shores, fish-filled waters,...
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Puerto Vallarta Specialist ProgramEnveloped in the beauty of a by-gone time, this colorful town on Mexico’s Pacific Coast is sure to win...
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Korea Travel Specialist ProgramThis course will allow you to explore this fascinating country's incredible diversity of experiences...
Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy
Costa Rica Specialist ProgramCosta Rica Specialist Program academy ENROLL NOW Costa Rica offers golden shores, fish-filled waters,...

Don't Miss These Travel Agent Events and Trainings

Upcoming Webinar
Authentically Mediterranean: Discover Celestyal’s New Western Mediterranean Itineraries & Iconic ClassicsTuesday, July 21, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
The Mediterranean is more than just a destination, it’s our home. Join Celestyal to learn why we are...
Upcoming Webinar
July The Travel Corporation WebinarTuesday, July 21, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Save your spot for this upcoming webinar! Details coming soon!
Upcoming Webinar
Sani/Ikos Group: Luxury Beachfront Resorts in Greece & SpainTuesday, July 28, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join us for an exclusive webinar introducing Sani/Ikos Group, a collection of luxury beachfront...
Upcoming Webinar
Authentically Mediterranean: Discover Celestyal’s New Western Mediterranean Itineraries & Iconic ClassicsTuesday, July 21, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
The Mediterranean is more than just a destination, it’s our home. Join Celestyal to learn why we are...
Upcoming Webinar
July The Travel Corporation WebinarTuesday, July 21, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Save your spot for this upcoming webinar! Details coming soon!
Upcoming Webinar
Sani/Ikos Group: Luxury Beachfront Resorts in Greece & SpainTuesday, July 28, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join us for an exclusive webinar introducing Sani/Ikos Group, a collection of luxury beachfront...